Adding emojis to your photos is a fun and easy way to personalize your pictures. Whether you want to express yourself creatively, add a touch of humor, or even protect someone’s privacy, emojis offer a simple solution directly within your iPhone’s Photos app. This guide provides a step-by-step walkthrough on how to add an emoji to a photo on your iPhone using the Markup feature.
Using Markup to Add Emojis as Stickers
The key to adding emojis to photos on your iPhone lies in using the Markup feature, which allows you to treat emojis like stickers. Here’s how it works:
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Open the Photos app: Locate the photo you want to modify and open it.
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Tap “Edit”: In the upper right corner of the screen, tap the “Edit” button.
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Tap the Markup button: Look for the three dots within a circle icon (it resembles a pencil tip inside a circle) usually located at the bottom of the screen, and tap on it. This will open the Markup editor.
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Select the Plus (+) button: At the bottom of the Markup screen, tap the “+” button.
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Choose “Add Sticker”: A menu will pop up; select “Add Sticker”. You might need to scroll to find it. A sticker selection will open showing recently used stickers.
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Tap the Emoji icon: In the bottom left corner of the sticker selection, tap the frequently used emoji button. This will bring up the emoji keyboard.
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Choose your emoji: Browse through the available emojis and select the one you want to add to your photo.
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Resize and Position the Emoji: Once the emoji is on your photo, you can resize it by pinching or spreading two fingers. You can also move it around by dragging it with one finger. Rotate the emoji by using two fingers in a twisting motion.
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Save your changes: After you’ve positioned and sized your emoji, tap “Done” in the bottom right corner, and then tap “Done” again in the upper right corner to save your edited photo.
Troubleshooting
Can’t rotate the emoji? Ensure you’re using two fingers to rotate. Zooming in on the photo can make it easier to manipulate the emoji.
Don’t have the “Add Sticker” button? This feature is available on iOS 17 and later. If you’re using an older iOS version, you can still add emojis using the “Text” option in Markup. Simply type your emoji into the text box and then treat the text box like a sticker – you can resize, move, and rotate it.
By following these steps, you can easily add emojis to your photos and make them more expressive and engaging. Have fun experimenting with different emojis and personalizing your pictures!
