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Emoji Selector

Better Messages includes a built-in emoji picker that allows users to easily insert emojis into their messages.

How it works​

Users can open the emoji picker by clicking the emoji button in the message input area. The picker displays emojis organized by categories such as smileys, people, animals, food, activities, travel, objects, symbols, and flags. Users can browse categories or use the search field to quickly find a specific emoji.

The emoji rendering style can be configured to use different visual sets, ensuring consistent appearance across all browsers and devices regardless of the user's operating system.

Key capabilities​

  • Built-in emoji picker with categorized browsing
  • Emoji search by keyword
  • Multiple emoji rendering styles (Apple, Google, Twitter, Facebook, Native)
  • Per-category enable/disable control
  • Category ordering via drag-and-drop in admin panel
  • Consistent emoji appearance across all platforms

How to enable​

Navigate to WP Admin → Better Messages → Settings → Integrations → Emojis.

  • Emoji Set — Choose the visual style: Apple, Google, Twitter, Facebook, or Native (uses the device's built-in emojis)
  • Categories — Enable or disable individual emoji categories
  • Category Order — Drag and drop to reorder categories in the picker