> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://book.rochat.ai/rochat_book_en/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://book.rochat.ai/rochat_book_en/how-to-create-a-character-on-rochat/create-character-method-1-custom-creation/appearance-and-voice.md). # Avatars, backgrounds and music Prepare character avatars, backgrounds and music that work in the actual Rochat layout and follow content rules. Read this guide in: [English](https://book.rochat.ai/rochat_book_en/how-to-create-a-character-on-rochat/create-character-method-1-custom-creation/appearance-and-voice) · [繁體中文](https://book.rochat.ai/rochat_book_zh/ru-he-zai-rochat-shang-chuang-jian-jue-se/jue-se-she-ji-fang-fa-yi-shou-dong-jian-li/wai-guan-he-yin-se) · [日本語](https://book.rochat.ai/rochat_book_ja/images-backgrounds-and-music) · [Español](https://book.rochat.ai/rochat_book_es/como-crear-un-personaje-en-rochat/como-crear-un-personaje-en-rochat/apariencia-y-voz) · [한국어](https://book.rochat.ai/rochat_book_kor/rochat/1/undefined-8) An avatar identifies the character; a background establishes atmosphere. Choose assets that remain understandable when cropped or covered by interface controls. ## Required Web portraits and optional images The current manual character editor requires a **Character Image (No Background)**, a **vertical background** and a **horizontal background**. The additional original character image, cover and avatar fields are optional. Complete the required portrait fields even if you already uploaded an avatar.
Three required portrait fields

The required portraits are a character image without a background, a vertical background and a horizontal background.

Use a clear adult character cutout for the no-background image and separate compositions for the two background orientations. If you use **Generate All Portraits**, inspect each resulting field; a generation button does not establish that the action is free. ## Prepare visual assets 1. Use an image you created, licensed or have permission to use. Rochat's Content Policy also applies to avatars and covers. 2. Keep the face or important subject away from the extreme edges. An image may be displayed as a small card, square avatar or larger background. 3. In the editor's appearance settings, upload the image or choose an available generation option. Review any charge before generating. 4. Preview the result in the actual character card and conversation. Check the crop, contrast and whether text remains readable. 5. Save and reopen the work to confirm the selected assets are the ones you intended. For Mira, a close portrait with a lantern is useful as an avatar. A wider archive room can serve as a background. Using the same crowded scene for both makes the small avatar harder to recognize. ## Add music thoughtfully If the editor offers background music, use a permitted source or your own audio in the format the interface accepts. Preview playback, volume and the beginning of the track. Choose music that supports the scene without masking spoken replies. Music and a character voice are separate settings. A background track does not configure voice messages or calls; see [Voice, character voices and calls](https://book.rochat.ai/rochat_book_en/voice-and-calls). ## Fix common asset problems For a poor crop, adjust the composition before repeatedly uploading the same file. For an upload failure, check the file format and size shown by the uploader and record the error. For silent audio, check device volume, output device and any browser playback restriction. Do not infer permission to use a real person's likeness from the fact that an upload succeeded. Review the current [Content Policy](https://upro.ai/content_policy.html) before publishing. ## Related guides [Create images and group photos](https://book.rochat.ai/rochat_book_en/images-and-group-photos) · [Voice, character voices and calls](https://book.rochat.ai/rochat_book_en/voice-and-calls) · [Create a character](https://book.rochat.ai/rochat_book_en/how-to-create-a-character-on-rochat) · [Publish and manage content visibility](https://book.rochat.ai/rochat_book_en/how-to-create-a-character-on-rochat/create-character-method-1-custom-creation/public-info) ## Continue in Rochat (external) [Edit appearance settings](https://rochat.ai/profile) *** Previous: [Greetings and example dialogue](https://book.rochat.ai/rochat_book_en/how-to-create-a-character-on-rochat/create-character-method-1-custom-creation/greeting) · Next: [Import or create a character from an image or link](https://book.rochat.ai/rochat_book_en/how-to-create-a-character-on-rochat/create-character-method-2-image-creation)