How to Do Emojis on a Chromebook: A Complete Guide

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Emojis are a fun and expressive way to communicate, and you can easily use them on your Chromebook. Whether you’re typing on social media, sending an email, or creating documents, this guide will show you different methods to insert emojis on a Chromebook.

1. Using the Chromebook Emoji Keyboard

Chromebooks have a built-in emoji keyboard that’s simple to access.

Steps to Open the Emoji Keyboard:

  1. Right-click where you’re typing:
    • Place your cursor in a text box (e.g., a Google Doc, message, or search bar).
    • Right-click using the trackpad or a mouse.
  2. Select “Emoji” from the Menu:
    • A pop-up menu will appear.
    • Click on Emoji to open the emoji panel.
  3. Choose Your Emoji:
    • Browse through the categories or search for a specific emoji in the search bar.
    • Click on the emoji to insert it into your text.

2. Using Keyboard Shortcuts for Emojis

You can quickly access the emoji keyboard with a shortcut.

Steps for the Shortcut:

  1. Place your cursor in a text field.
  2. Press Search + Shift + Space (or Launcher + Shift + Space on newer Chromebooks).
  3. The emoji picker will pop up.
  4. Browse and click on the emoji you want.

Here are 30 keyboard shortcuts for emojis, along with the corresponding emojis you can use. These shortcuts can save you time when inserting emojis on your Chromebook, Windows, or Mac.

1. Smiling Face

Shortcut: :) or :-)
Emoji:

2. Winking Face

Shortcut: ;) or ;-)
Emoji:

3. Laughing Face

Shortcut: :D or :lol:
Emoji:

4. Heart ❤️

Shortcut: <3
Emoji: ❤️

5. Thumbs Up

Shortcut: :+1:
Emoji:

6. Thumbs Down

Shortcut: :-1:
Emoji:

7. Clapping Hands

Shortcut: :clap:
Emoji:

8. Fire

Shortcut: :fire:
Emoji:

9. Crying Face

Shortcut: :'(
Emoji:

10. Face with Heart Eyes

Shortcut: :heart_eyes:
Emoji:

11. Sunglasses

Shortcut: 8-)
Emoji:

12. Grinning Face

Shortcut: :D
Emoji:

13. Shocked Face

Shortcut: :scream:
Emoji:

14. Sleeping Face

Shortcut: :sleeping:
Emoji:

15. Heart Eyes Cat

Shortcut: :heart_eyes_cat:
Emoji:

16. Face with Tongue

Shortcut: :p or :tongue:
Emoji:

17. Crying Cat

Shortcut: :crying_cat_face:
Emoji:

18. Cool Face

Shortcut: :cool:
Emoji:

19. Dog

Shortcut: :dog:
Emoji:

20. Cat

Shortcut: :cat:
Emoji:

21. Pizza

Shortcut: :pizza:
Emoji:

22. Burger

Shortcut: :hamburger:
Emoji:

23. Coffee ☕

Shortcut: :coffee:
Emoji: ☕

24. Balloon

Shortcut: :balloon:
Emoji:

25. Champagne

Shortcut: :champagne:
Emoji:

26. Party Popper

Shortcut: :tada:
Emoji:

27. Sparkles ✨

Shortcut: :sparkles:
Emoji: ✨

28. Star ⭐

Shortcut: :star:
Emoji: ⭐

29. Moon

Shortcut: :crescent_moon:
Emoji:

30. Sun

Shortcut: :sun_with_face:
Emoji:

3. Using the On-Screen Keyboard for Touchscreen Chromebooks

If your Chromebook has a touchscreen, you can use the on-screen keyboard to access emojis.

Steps to Enable the On-Screen Keyboard:

  1. Enable the On-Screen Keyboard:
    • Go to Settings > Accessibility > Manage Accessibility Features.
    • Under the Keyboard and Text Input section, turn on Enable On-Screen Keyboard.
  2. Open the Keyboard:
    • Tap on any text field to open the on-screen keyboard.
  3. Switch to the Emoji Keyboard:
    • Tap the emoji icon (usually a smiley face) on the keyboard.
    • Choose and tap the emoji to insert it.

4. Copy and Paste Emojis from Websites

You can copy emojis from websites and paste them into your text.

Steps to Copy Emojis:

  1. Open a website with emojis, such as Emojipedia.
  2. Search for the emoji you want.
  3. Highlight the emoji and press Ctrl + C to copy it.
  4. Paste it into your text field using Ctrl + V.

5. Using Google Docs Emoji Tools

Google Docs has a built-in emoji picker for inserting emojis into documents.

Steps for Adding Emojis in Google Docs:

  1. Open a Google Docs file.
  2. Go to Insert > Emoji from the top menu.
  3. Browse or search for the emoji you want and click to insert it.

6. Installing a Chrome Emoji Extension

For even quicker access, you can install a Chrome extension dedicated to emojis.

Steps to Install an Emoji Extension:

  1. Go to the Chrome Web Store.
  2. Search for an emoji extension like Emoji Keyboard by JoyPixels or similar.
  3. Click Add to Chrome and follow the installation steps.
  4. Open the extension, search for emojis, and copy-paste them into your text.

7. Using Emojis with Google Input Tools

Google Input Tools can provide additional emoji options for your Chromebook.

Steps to Enable Google Input Tools:

  1. Go to Settings > Languages and Input > Input Method.
  2. Enable Google Input Tools.
  3. Once enabled, switch to the emoji keyboard in the Input Method menu to insert emojis.

Tips for Using Emojis on Chromebook

  • Search for Emojis Faster: Use keywords in the emoji picker’s search bar to quickly find relevant emojis. For example, type “heart” to see all heart-related emojis.
  • Use Emojis Professionally: Emojis can be great for casual communication, but use them sparingly in professional emails or documents.
  • Check Compatibility: Some older systems or apps may not display certain emojis correctly. Always preview your message before sending.

Now you’re all set to express yourself with emojis on your Chromebook!

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