A emoji is an image that represents an idea, also defined as an ideogram. The word has Japanese origin and is used in different chat platforms, mainly between mobile phones.
Representing an expression through a is a practical way of communicating something. Replacing an entire sentence with an image can be fun. But it is boring to always use the same alternatives that applications like , or .
That is why personalizing your own emoticons it has become a trend. Thanks to the different applications and facial recognition software, they can be created from the phone. You can use this method to generate funny expressions and share them with whoever you want.
Steps to create your own custom emojis from a photo to use in your chats
as we said before It is a good way to communicate an idea. But the default expressions of each application are not always enough. Thanks to this post, the only limit of emotions will be set by your imagination.
Since the operating system of Manzana for their mobile phones it has a native option to create emoticons with your face.
we will show you below how to make and share your emojis on the main messaging platforms for Android:
for WhatsApp
The first thing we need to do is make sure the default keyboard app is up to date. Since it will be through it that we will send the emoticons. In the case of Android It’s Google GBoard. There are different Apps that allow you to create personalized images with your face.
We will carry out the example with Bitmoji that you can find in the PlayStore:
- Once you have downloaded it open it. Do it directly from the store it’s possible.
- Choose the sex.
- take a picture. Although an identical image will not be generated, you will help the application to get a better finish or recommendation.
- The result will be what the system consider approximate to your physical features. But you can change the details in the following steps.
- Skin tone, eye color, jawline are just some of the parameters you can set. When you’re done with all of them, you will have to choose your clothes.
- Finish the creation and dozens of situations will be generated with the face you chose.
- You can find them to the left of the space bar on your keyboard (that’s why it is important to keep it updated).
- If you decide you’re not happy with your customization, you can always transform it. To do this, enter the application Bitmoji and change the settings in the “Avatar” tab.
To be able to send it by WhatsApp, enter the conversation you want:
- If it’s not open, display the keyboard by clicking on the text bar.
- When the letters already appeared, look for the icon of happy face. It is located to the left of the space bar.
- At the bottom of the screen you will find a button that did not appear before. It corresponds to the application that we have just installed.
- Press that button and all the situations you can imagine with your face will be displayed.
- Choose the one that best suits the action you want to represent.
for Instagram
We can publish this content in two ways. Through the Bitmoji appselecting the image and sharing on the social network, in the mode direct (private message), feed (on the wall) or Stories (Temporary history). The other way is from the GBoard keyboard by doing the following:
- Enter Instagram.
- Choose the type of publication what do you want. It can be a direct message or a Story. With this method we will not be able to do it on the wall.
- If you have chosen the direct message, just press the text bar and follow the steps as if it were WhatsApp.
- Instead, in a stories, the emojis will serve as an accompaniment to your publication. Note that the images do not have transparency.
- Take a photo or select one from your gallery.
- Press the button in the corner Upper right.
- Choose the smiley icon next to the space bar.
- Select the emoji that you like
- Place it somewhere on the screen.
- press “Clever” and post it.
For Telegram
Enter the application and continue the same steps you use in WhatsApp.
List of the best applications to create personalized emojis from Android or iOS
As we mentioned before, we only exemplify with one of the applications that exist today. But we can find many others, each one with its particular characteristics. Next, a list of recommended emoji Apps.
Bobble Keyboard
It is an application that replaces the digital keyboard that comes from the factory. With her you can add memes, stickers, GIFs to change the theme and font you use in chats. Take one selfies and the program will put your face in different expressions and animated situations. This available in several languages and is free for Android and iOS.
Emoji Maker
It is ideal if you do not want to take a lot of time to create emoticons. One of the simplest and most intuitive applications on this list. Its simplicity also means that it does not have so many creative possibilities, nor can it create a emoji from a photo. But you will not have complications if what you are looking for is something fast and easy.
Zepeto
So far we have seen different applications that can create images of you from a photo. Zepeto takes this to another level. Since from one selfies can make a three dimensional animated version of you. If you want, you can change the details of the result. We can say against that some options, such as clothing, they are not free.
FaceQ
If you like to create your own drawings, this is the right option. With it you can create emojis from scratch. Their aesthetics have a cartoon style. Although it does not offer the possibility of doing it through a photograph, it offers various alternatives so that you can resemble your creation as much as possible.
*Note: This app is no longer available on the Google Play store, RIP 🙁
face cam
With this application you will be able to edit your photos, adding a 3D version of your head. Choose photos or even videos and edit them. You have many expressions that you can use. offers a three day trial version. If you decide to continue using it you will have to pay.
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