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What is Emoji Picker?
Emoji Picker is a free online tool that lets you browse, search, and copy emojis with a single click. Emojis are Unicode-based pictographic characters used to express emotions, objects, actions, and ideas visually. This tool organizes hundreds of emojis into 11 categories including Smileys, Hearts, Animals, Food, Travel, Objects, and Symbols, making it easy to find the exact emoji you need. Recently used emojis are automatically saved so you can quickly reuse your favorites without scrolling through the entire collection again.
A Brief History of Emojis
Emojis were first created in 1999 by Shigetaka Kurita at NTT DoCoMo in Japan. The original set consisted of just 176 simple 12x12 pixel icons designed to help mobile phone users convey emotions and context in short text messages. In 2010, emojis were officially incorporated into the Unicode Standard, enabling cross-platform compatibility worldwide. As of Unicode 15.1, there are over 3,700 registered emojis, with new ones added annually by the Unicode Consortium. Modern emoji updates reflect growing diversity and inclusivity, including skin tone variations, gender-neutral options, and cultural symbols from around the globe. Today, emojis have become a universal language transcending borders and generations.
Emoji Usage Tips
Emojis go far beyond casual messaging. Studies have shown that social media posts with emojis receive up to 25% higher engagement rates compared to text-only posts. In email marketing, adding an emoji to your subject line can boost open rates significantly. Emojis also work well in presentations to highlight key points, and in blog posts or documentation to improve readability with visual markers. However, be mindful that emoji rendering varies across platforms such as Apple, Google, Samsung, and Microsoft, so the same emoji may look slightly different to different recipients. For formal business documents or academic papers, it is generally best to avoid emoji usage entirely.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I copy an emoji?▼
Simply click on any emoji and it will be automatically copied to your clipboard. You can then paste it anywhere using Ctrl+V (or Command+V on Mac).
Can emojis look different on other devices?▼
Yes, emoji designs vary by platform and operating system. Apple, Google, Samsung, and Microsoft each have their own unique emoji styles, so the same emoji may appear slightly different across devices.
How does the search feature work?▼
Type a keyword in the search bar to find emojis across all categories at once. Category tabs are hidden during search and reappear when you clear the search field.
How are recently used emojis managed?▼
Every emoji you click is automatically added to the recently used list at the top. Up to 16 emojis are stored, and clicking the same emoji again moves it to the front of the list.
What is Emoji Picker?
Find and copy any emoji quickly with our searchable picker. Browse categories like smileys, animals, food, and objects. Includes skin tone variants and recent emojis. Click to copy instantly.