How to insert emojis in quick replies in Atom?
In this article, we explain how to insert emojis in Atom's quick replies. You will learn the keyboard shortcuts according to your operating system and other simple ways to add emojis to make your messages more expressive and friendly.
❓ Frequently asked question or initial context
When building quick replies in Atom, some users want to include emojis to make the messages more friendly and expressive. However, they may not find a visible option to add them and wonder if there is a keyboard shortcut or direct method to do so.
🛠 Troubleshooting: Step by step to insert emojis
Identify the operating system you are using:The methods for inserting emojis depend on the system (Windows or Mac).
The methods for inserting emojis depend on the system (Windows or Mac).
Make sure you are in a valid text field:You can only insert emojis while editing a quick reply, template, or manual message.
You can only insert emojis while editing a quick reply, template, or manual message.
Access the emoji panel:Use the corresponding keyboard shortcut (see below).Confirm that the emoji popup panel appears on the screen.
Use the corresponding keyboard shortcut (see below).
Confirm that the emoji popup panel appears on the screen.
Select the emoji:Click on the desired emoji to insert it into the text where you have the cursor.
Click on the desired emoji to insert it into the text where you have the cursor.
✅ Possible solutions
On Windows:Press Windows + .(Windows key + period) to open the emoji panel.You can also use Windows + ;(semicolon), it works the same.
Press Windows + .(Windows key + period) to open the emoji panel.
You can also use Windows + ;(semicolon), it works the same.
On Mac:Press Control + Command + Spacebar to open the emoji selector.
Press Control + Command + Spacebar to open the emoji selector.
On other systems (like Linux):Use a website like getemoji.com, copy the emoji and paste it into the AtomChat text field.
Use a website like getemoji.com, copy the emoji and paste it into the AtomChat text field.
💼 Practical example or use case
A user wanted to insert a 🎉 emoji in a quick reply to confirm an appointment. She couldn't find a visible button in the Atom interface.
Using Windows + ., she opened the emoji panel, selected the icon, and inserted it into her message without any problems:
“Thank you for scheduling with us! 🎉 We look forward to seeing you on the agreed date.”
📞 When to contact support?
Contact support if:
The emoji panel does not open when using the mentioned shortcuts.
Emojis are not displayed correctly when sending messages from Atom.
You observe display errors or character replacement when using emojis.
Include in your report:
The browser and operating system you are using.
Screenshot of the error (if possible).
Example of the text with the inserted emoji.