The premiere of the El Eternalauta series in Netflix promoted a trend between WhatsApp users, who decided to customize the interface of their cell phone with visual elements alluding to this cartoon.
This configuration It is not an official goal function, but a series of modifications that the user himself can apply through external customization tools, such as launchers and artificial intelligence applications.
One of the most frequent actions within the ‘El Eternalauta’ mode is The replacement of the WhatsApp icon with an image related to the series. For this, an external application is used, Nova Launcher, which allows you to edit the appearance of the Android device interface.
These types of applications, known as launchers, function as visual customization layers without modifying the operating system or internal applications.
The procedure to modify the icon includes the following steps:
- Download Nova Launcher from Google Play.
- Configure Nova Launcher as default launcher of the device.
- Obtain an image in PNG format, with a transparent background, containing a design related to the eternal.
- Press the WhatsApp icon on the home screen until the floating menu appears and select the “Edit” option.
- Choose the desired image as a new icon from the telephone gallery and confirm the changes.
Another way to apply ‘The Eternaluta’ mode is to change the bottom of the chats in the messaging application. Unlike the general fund of the device, This change is made from the internal WhatsApp options and affects only the conversation environment.
Steps to modify the chat bottom:
- Enter WhatsApp.
- Go to “adjustments” or “configuration.”
- Select the “Chats” option.
- Play in “wallpaper”.
- Choose “My photos” and look for an image related to ‘The Eternaluta’ previously downloaded.
- Adjust the image and confirm the selection.
The background can be applied to all chats or a specific one. The image must be of good resolution to guarantee its appropriate visualization.
-In addition to visual changes, some users access the ‘El Eternalauta’ mode through interaction with goal AI, the company’s artificial intelligence assistant. This tool, available in certain regions within WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram, allows you to ask questions about the series and comic.
Examples of questions that can answer goal toi:
- When was the series ‘El Eternalauta’ premiered?
- Who plays the main character?
- What is the original story of the comic?
- How is television adaptation differentiated?
Goal AI responds with contextual information, although its availability depends on the region and the type of account.
The ‘El Eternalauta’ mode is implemented through third -party tools. Nova Launcher is not officially integrated with WhatsAppso he does not receive finishing support.
However, being available in official stores such as Google Play, allows users Make visual adjustments without intervening in the internal structure of the application.
The changes are reversible. To restore the original WhatsApp icon, it is enough to uninstall Nova Launcher. To remove a personalized background within the application, you can return to the configuration menu and choose the predetermined option.
The combination between the premiere of the series, the remembrance of an icon of the Argentine comic and the possibility of customizing mobile devices gave rise to the ‘El Eternaluta’ mode. This trend does not imply a new function within WhatsApp, but the creative use of tools already available by users.
However, it is a sign of how cultural trends transform user’s digital experiences.
