In today’s digital age, emojis have become a popular form of communication. These small icons can convey emotions and add a touch of personality to emails, texts, and social media posts. However, many people are still unsure of how to add emojis in Outlook. In this article, we will discuss the steps to add emojis in Outlook and how it can enhance your communication.
Enabling Emojis in Outlook
Before you can start using emojis in Outlook, you need to make sure that they are enabled. By default, emojis are not enabled in Outlook, but you can easily turn them on by following these steps:
- Open Outlook and click on the “File” tab in the top left corner.
- Select “Options” from the drop-down menu.
- In the Outlook Options window, click on “Mail” in the left-hand menu.
- Scroll down to the “Compose messages” section and check the box next to “Show emoji in Outlook”.
- Click “OK” to save the changes.
Adding Emojis in Outlook
Now that emojis are enabled, you can easily add them to your emails in Outlook. Here’s how:
- Open a new email or reply to an existing one.
- Place your cursor where you want to insert the emoji.
- Press the “Windows” key and the “.” (period) key at the same time to open the emoji panel.
- Select the emoji you want to use and it will be inserted into your email.
You can also use the search bar in the emoji panel to find a specific emoji or browse through different categories such as smileys, animals, food, and more.
Copy and Paste Emojis
Another way to add emojis in Outlook is by copying and pasting them from other sources. You can find emojis on websites such as Emojipedia or by using the emoji keyboard on your device. Simply copy the emoji you want to use and paste it into your email in Outlook.
Using Emojis in Subject Lines
Did you know that you can also use emojis in the subject line of your emails in Outlook? This can help your emails stand out in a crowded inbox and add a touch of personality to your message. To add an emoji in the subject line, follow these steps:
- Open a new email or reply to an existing one.
- Place your cursor in the subject line.
- Press the “Windows” key and the “.” (period) key at the same time to open the emoji panel.
- Select the emoji you want to use and it will be inserted into the subject line.
Emojis in Outlook Web App
If you use the Outlook Web App, you can also add emojis to your emails. The process is similar to adding emojis in the desktop version of Outlook. Simply click on the “Insert” tab and select “Emoji” from the drop-down menu. You can then choose the emoji you want to use and insert it into your email.
By following these simple steps, you can easily add emojis in Outlook and enhance your communication with colleagues, friends, and family. Have you tried using emojis in Outlook before? Let us know in the comments.