How to Find and Use Emojis in Windows 10
Emojis are a fun way to express emotions and ideas while communicating through digital devices. If you are using Windows 10, you might be wondering how you can find and use emojis. In this article, we will guide you through the process of finding and using emojis in Windows 10.
Step 1: Enable the Emoji Keyboard
By default, the emoji keyboard may not be enabled on Windows 10. To enable it, follow these steps:
1. Click on the Windows button on your keyboard or click on the Windows icon on the bottom left corner of your screen.
2. Click on the Settings icon (gear icon) from the Start menu.
3. Click on the “Time & Language” option.
4. Click on the “Language” option from the left-hand side menu.
5. Scroll down and click on the “+ Add a language” option.
6. Select the “Emoji” language version from the list and click on the “Add” button.
7. The emoji keyboard will now be enabled on your device.
Step 2: Use Emojis
Now that the emoji keyboard is enabled, you can start using emojis in Windows 10.
1. Open the application where you want to use an emoji (such as a messaging app or an email).
2. Click on the location where you want to insert the emoji.
3. Press “Windows + .” or “Windows + ;” on your keyboard to open the emoji keyboard.
4. You will see a list of emojis. Use the scroll bar on the right side to scroll through them or use the search bar at the top to search for a specific emoji.
5. Click on the emoji you want to insert. It will be added to your text field.
6. Alternatively, you can also use the keyboard shortcut for the specific emoji. For example, to use the 😃 emoji, type “:)” in your text field, and it will automatically be converted into the emoji.
Step 3: Customize Emoji Skin Tone
If you want to customize the skin tone of the emojis, follow these steps:
1. Click on the “Touch Keyboard” icon from the bottom right corner of your taskbar.
2. Click on the smiley face icon to open the emoji keyboard.
3. Click on the emoji you want to customize.
4. You will see a row of skin tone options below the emoji. Click on the skin tone you want to use.
5. The emoji will now be updated with the selected skin tone.
In conclusion, finding and using emojis in Windows 10 is a straightforward process. By enabling the emoji keyboard and following the steps provided in this article, you can easily express your emotions and ideas through emojis in your digital communications. Have fun using them!