How to Use Memojis on iPhone

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Memoji are a fun and personal way to communicate with your friends and family using your iPhone. They allow you to create a custom avatar that you can personalize in many different ways. Once you've created a Memoji, you can use it as a sticker in iMessages, FaceTime, and even other apps. In this comprehensive guide, we'll walk you through everything you need to know about creating and using Memoji on your iPhone.

What are Memoji?

Memoji are customizable avatars you can create on your iPhone. They're an extension of Apple's Animoji feature, which uses facial recognition technology to create animated imitations of your facial expressions and head movements. While Animoji are based on a set of predefined animal and character faces, Memoji lets you create a cartoon version of yourself. You can customize the look of your Memoji, choosing skin tone, hairstyle, eyes, accessories, and more.

Compatibility

Memoji were introduced with iOS 12 and are available for use on any device running iOS 12 or later. However, the facial tracking that makes them so fun to use is only available on devices with a TrueDepth camera. This means the full functionality of Memoji is available on iPhone X and newer models.

Set up Memoji

Before you can use a Memoji, you need to create it. Here's how you can make one on your iPhone:

1. Open the Messages app on your iPhone.
2. Tap the Compose button to start a new message or go into an existing conversation.
3. Inside the message thread, tap the Animoji (monkey face) icon, found in the app tray below the text input field.
4. Swipe right on the Animoji list until you find the New Memoji button, represented by a plus (+) icon.
5. Now, you are in the Memoji creation tool. Here, you can customize various features of your Memoji. You can choose:
   • Skin: Choose your skin color, add freckles, and set the color of the cheeks.
   • Hairstyles: Choose from different hairstyles and hair colors.
   • Eyes: Choose the shape and color of the eyes. You can also apply eyeliner and eyeshadow.
   • Head: Customize head size and age.
   • Eyebrows: The shape, style, and color of the eyebrows are customizable.
   • Nose and lips: Choose the shape of the nose and lips. You can apply different lip colors.
   • Ears: Customize the ear shape and add earrings.
   • Facial hair: Add a beard, moustache, or both.
   • Glasses: Add glasses or sunglasses with customizable frames and tints.
   • Headwear: Add hats, caps or other headgear with customizable colors.
6. When you've customized your Memoji to your satisfaction, tap Done in the top-right corner.

Now, your Memoji is ready to use! You can create multiple Memojis if you want to play with different looks or expressions.

Using Memoji in Messages

Once you've created a Memoji, you can use it to add personality to your messages. Here's how you use your Memoji in the Messages app:

1. Open the Messages app and go to a conversation.
2. Tap the Animoji icon in the app tray at the bottom of the screen.
3. Your created Memoji will appear in the options. Tap on it.
4. To record a Memoji animation, make sure you can see yourself clearly through the TrueDepth camera. The Memoji will mimic your facial expressions and head movements.
   • Tap the red record button to start recording your message. You can record up to 30 seconds.
   • When you're done, tap the Stop button.
   • Tap the blue Send button to include the recorded Memoji in your iMessage.
5. You can also send a still image of your Memoji without recording by striking a pose and tapping the same blue Send button.

Using Memoji in text messages is a great way to express emotions and feelings in a more personal way than standard emojis.

Using Memoji Stickers

Apple now allows you to use Memoji as stickers in your Messages. This feature doesn't require a TrueDepth camera, so it works on many more devices. Here's how to use Memoji stickers:

1. Open the Messages app and select a conversation.
2. Tap the stickers icon in the app tray — it looks like three colored dots.
3. Tap the Memoji category at the top of the screen.
4. A list of Memoji stickers will appear depending on the Memoji or Animoji you created. Choose which one you want to send by tapping on it.
5. Once you select a sticker it will automatically be sent to the chat.

Memoji stickers give you a fun way to respond without typing a message. You can also use them in other apps, such as WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger, using the Memoji sticker keyboard.

Using Memoji in FaceTime

You can also use Memoji during a FaceTime call. It's a way to turn a video call into a fun conversation. To use Memoji in FaceTime, follow these steps:

1. Start a FaceTime call with someone.
2. When the call starts, tap your image.
3. Tap the Effects button, which looks like a star.
4. Tap the Animoji icon, where you'll find your created Memoji.
5. Choose the Memoji you want to use during the call.

Now your face will be replaced by your Memoji while you are still able to interact with the other person. Your Memoji will reflect your expressions and movements, making it seem like your avatar is actually speaking for you.

Editing and deleting Memoji

You can decide to change the appearance of your Memoji or remove it altogether. Here's what you need to know:

Editing Memoji

1. Open the Messages app and start a new message or enter an existing conversation.
2. Tap the Animoji icon in the app tray.
3. Select your Memoji and tap the three-dot button (...) for more options.
4. Select Edit and make the changes you wish.
5. Tap Done to save your edits.

Deleting a Memoji

1. Follow the steps above to access your Memoji.
2. Instead of editing it, after tapping the three-dot button (...), select Delete.
3. Confirm that you want to remove the Memoji.

Keep in mind that once a Memoji is deleted, it cannot be restored. You'll need to recreate it if you want it back.

Tips for creating Memoji

Here are some tips for creating the best Memoji:

• Take your time to explore all the available customization options - from freckle patterns to unique hairstyles.
• Think about your personal style and how you’d like to represent yourself through your Memoji.
• Have fun experimenting with different combinations, even if they don't reflect your real-life look.
• Remember, you can also edit your Memoji later if you want to try something new or your appearance changes.

Conclusion

Memoji provide a joyful, creative way to express your personality through your iPhone. They bring a playful touch to messaging and video calls, making digital communication more personal and engaging. As a tool for self-expression, Memoji have become popular across Apple's ecosystem, providing users with many ways to interact with their friends, family, and co-workers. Whether it's sending a funny Memoji in your chat, using Memoji stickers to quickly reply, or animating your video calls with Memoji faces, the options are numerous and provide plenty of opportunity for creativity and fun.

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