Your MySpace profile is an extension of yourself, and shows the world your personality and interests. A well-designed page will impress friends, and make your profile more fun to peruse. Learning how to decorate MySpace profiles can help you create an online persona that will attract attention and show fellow members how creative you can be.
Your MySpace profile is an extension of yourself, and shows the world your personality and interests. A well-designed page will impress friends, and make your profile more fun to peruse. Learning how to decorate MySpace profiles can help you create an online persona that will attract attention and show fellow members how creative you can be.
Introduction
- Does your MySpace profile seem plain? Perhaps you've seen some of the unique, creative pages on the site, and wonder how you can make your profile look just as cool. Designing a MySpace page is actually pretty simple. You can choose to take advantage of decorations that have already been created, or you can incorporate your own images and video into your page. There are several ways to spruce up your profile, and you can utilize as many or as few of these techniques as you desire.
Step 1: Install a Layout
- To find a layout template, just go to one of the myriad of MySpace layout websites and find one you like. You should choose one that fits your personality, and matches your own individual style. If you are into a sport, celebrity, or cartoon character, you may want to look for a design that features it so that you can display your interest in your profile.
- Be careful not to go to a shady site for layouts, as the code they give you may leave you vulnerable to spammers or MySpace identity thieves. Here are some sites that offer layouts:
- When you find a layout that you like, follow the website's instructions to get the HTML code for it. Copy the code, and follow these steps to install it:
- Log into MySpace.
- Click on Profile in the toolbar above your photo.
- Select Edit Profile from the drop-down menu.
- Paste the code into the About Me section.
- If you want to preview, click on Preview Profile.
- To finalize, click on Save Changes.
Step 2: Use Wallpaper
- Wallpaper provides a background for your page. You can find existing wallpaper to use, or you can design your own using photos or images of your choosing.
Create-Your-Own Wallpaper
You can use your own images if you wish to design a background yourself. It's easier than it may seem. First, you will need to have your photos or text saved onto your computer. Then find a website that features custom wallpaper, and follow their instructions on uploading images and choosing graphics. When you are satisfied with your wallpaper, copy the HTML code provided. Paste the code into the About Me section of Edit Profile.
One site to try is CoolChaser.com.
Step 3: Add Photos
- Photos are an important part of your MySpace page, as they give your friends an idea of how you are in person. Here's how to post photos to your page:
- Log in.
- Go to Profile at the top of the page.
- Click on My Photos from the drop-down menu.
- Click Upload Photos at the top of the page. This will allow you to post the photos you want from your computer.
Step 4: Add Video
- If you have any video of yourself, you may want to add it to your profile. Here's how:
- Log in.
- Go to Profile at the top of the page.
- Click on My Videos from the drop-down menu.
- Click on Upload in the upper left.
- Your video will appear in the Videos section of your profile. To add it to your profile page, embed the code in Edit Profile.
Step 5: Post Banners
- You have two choices here: you can either pick a pre-made banner, or you can customize your own. Either way, the easiest thing to do is find a website that has banner designs you like. A quick Google search for MySpace Banners will turn up a slew of websites to browse through. Try to make sure the site you end up using is reputable, so you don't inadvertently pick up some spy ware along with your banner code! Below are some sites that feature banners.
Design-Your-Own Banner Sites:
Prefab Banner Sites
Conclusion
As you can see, there are plenty of options when it comes to decorating your MySpace profile. Try not to go too crazy with flashy designs and bright images-- you don't want people to experience sensory overload when they look at your page! Choose as many decoration methods as you like, and remember that the designs and images you pick will reflect your personality to the rest of the world.
