How to Use Memoji on iPhone or iPad
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Introduction
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1 Create a Memoji in the Messages App
- Open the Messages app.
- Start a new conversation or open an existing one.
- Tap the Animoji icon above the on-screen keyboard.
- Scroll all the way to the left.
- Tap the plus sign to create a New Memoji.
- Customize each head part's shape, style or color the way you like, and add your favorite accessories.
- Tap Done when you're finished.
2 Use a Memoji in Messages
- Open the Messages app.
- Start a new conversation or open an existing one.
- Tap the Animoji icon above the on-screen keyboard.
- Scroll through the Animoji and Memoji you have and pick the one you want to use.
- Tap Record to record your voice and facial expressions for up to 30 seconds.
- Tap Stop to stop recording before the 30 seconds are up.
- Tap Send to send your Memoji.
- To send a Memoji sticker instead, tap and hold your chosen Memoji and drag it into the conversation.
3 Use a Memoji in FaceTime
- Open the FaceTime app initiate a call.
- Tap the Camera Effects icon.
- Then tap the Animoji icon.
- And choose the Memoji you want to use during the call.
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Upgrade Your iOS Device to the Latest Version

- Open the Messages app.
- Start a new conversation or open an existing one.
- Tap the Animoji icon above the on-screen keyboard.
- Scroll all the way to the left.
- Tap the plus sign to create a New Memoji.
- Customize each head part's shape, style or color the way you like, and add your favorite accessories.
- Tap Done when you're finished.
- Open the Messages app.
- Start a new conversation or open an existing one.
- Tap the Animoji icon above the on-screen keyboard.
- Scroll through the Animoji and Memoji you have and pick the one you want to use.
- Tap Record to record your voice and facial expressions for up to 30 seconds.
- Tap Stop to stop recording before the 30 seconds are up.
- Tap Send to send your Memoji.
- To send a Memoji sticker instead, tap and hold your chosen Memoji and drag it into the conversation.
- Open the FaceTime app initiate a call.
- Tap the Camera Effects icon.
- Then tap the Animoji icon.
- And choose the Memoji you want to use during the call.