Create New Kinds of Emojis with Genmoji

Enable Apple Intelligence
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Before we start, you’ll want to check if you have access to Apple Intelligence. It launched with iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1, but Genmoji specifically launched in iOS 18.2. To check your software version, go to Settings > General > About. You’re good to go if it says iOS 18.2 or newer. If you need to update, back up your device first.

If you still don’t have access to Genmoji, make sure that Apple Intelligence is enabled (it should be by default). Go to Settings > Apple Intelligence & Siri and toggle on Apple Intelligence. It’s worth noting that Apple Intelligence is only available on select iPhones—the iPhone 16 range, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max.

Enter Your Prompt

When you have a Messages window open, tap on the emoji icon (the smiley face) or keyboard icon (the globe) to access the emoji keyboard.

In the upper right-hand corner of the keyboard, tap on the Genmoji icon (the pink and blue smiley face with a plus sign).

Type a few words or a phrase into the textbox that describes what you’re looking for and tap Done.

Swipe through the populated Genmojis and tap Add on the one you want to use. It’ll then appear in your drawer of emojis and stickers.

You can also create Genmojis based on images of people in your Photos app. Start by typing in a prompt like “Julian celebrating his birthday,” tap “Choose a Person” from the list of contacts that appear, and select the specific person. From there, you’ll see various Genmojis populate based on the prompt. Tap Add when you’ve found the one you want to use.

Fine-Tune Your Genmoji

You can also tweak your original prompt to create new versions of your original Genmoji.

In the Genmoji window, tap on the text box.

Type in a refined version of your prompt or an entirely new version. For example, instead of “dog in a birthday hat,” you can change it to “dog with a birthday cake.” It will then automatically repopulate new versions.

Conclusion

With Genmoji, you can create custom emojis that are tailored to your specific needs. Whether you’re looking to add a personal touch to your messages or simply want to express yourself in a more creative way, Genmoji is a powerful tool that can help you do just that.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: How do I access Genmoji?
A: To access Genmoji, go to Settings > Apple Intelligence & Siri and toggle on Apple Intelligence.

Q: Which iPhones support Genmoji?
A: Genmoji is only available on select iPhones, including the iPhone 16 range, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max.

Q: Can I create Genmojis based on images of people in my Photos app?
A: Yes, you can create Genmojis based on images of people in your Photos app. Start by typing in a prompt, select the person, and then tap Add to use the generated Genmoji.