How to Get Emojis on LG V20

This guide shows you how to enable and use emojis on your LG V20, whether you want to add them to text messages, social media posts, or emails. You’ll learn how to switch on the emoji keyboard, access the emoji picker, and even install a third-party keyboard if you prefer a different emoji style. No special tools or technical knowledge are required—just your phone and a few taps.

What You’ll Need

• Your LG V20 (running Android 7.0 or later)
• A stable internet connection (for downloading a third-party keyboard, if desired)
• Google Play Store access (for installing apps, if needed)

Step-by-Step

1. Open any app that allows text input, such as Messages, WhatsApp, or your email app. Tap on a text field to bring up the on-screen keyboard.
2. Access the emoji keyboard. On the LG keyboard, look for the “smiley face” icon (often located near the space bar or in the bottom row). Tap it to switch from the standard QWERTY layout to the emoji panel.
3. Browse and select emojis. Once the emoji panel opens, you’ll see categories like smileys, animals, food, activities, travel, objects, and symbols. Swipe left or right to scroll through them, or tap a category icon at the top to jump directly to that set. Tap any emoji to insert it into your text.
4. If you don’t see the smiley icon, you may need to enable the emoji keyboard. Go to Settings > General > Language & keyboard > On-screen keyboard (or “LG Keyboard”). Tap “Keyboard layout and feedback,” then ensure “Emoji” is checked. If it’s not, toggle it on.
5. Switch back to the regular keyboard by tapping the smiley icon again or the keyboard icon (usually a small keyboard symbol) in the bottom corner of the emoji panel.
6. Use emojis in any app. Once the emoji keyboard is active, it works across all apps that use the system keyboard—Messages, Gmail, Facebook, Twitter, etc. Just tap the smiley icon whenever you want to insert an emoji.
7. Optional: Install a third-party keyboard for more emoji options. If you want a different emoji set (like iOS-style emojis) or a keyboard with better emoji search, download a keyboard app from the Google Play Store. Popular options include Gboard, SwiftKey, or Textra (though Textra is a messaging app, not a keyboard). After installing, open the app and follow its setup instructions. Then go to Settings > General > Language & keyboard > On-screen keyboard and select the new keyboard as your default. You can switch between keyboards anytime by tapping the keyboard icon in the notification bar or using the globe key on the keyboard.
8. Use emojis in the stock messaging app. If you’re using the default LG Messages app, the emoji icon is usually directly on the keyboard. If you don’t see it, tap the “+” or “smiley” key to expand additional symbols.

Common Mistakes

• Not enabling the emoji keyboard: Some users think emojis are missing entirely, but they just need to enable the emoji layout in the LG keyboard settings.
• Looking for emojis in the wrong place: Emojis are not in the symbol/number keyboard (the ?123 key). They have their own dedicated panel.
• Assuming all apps support emojis: While most modern apps do, some older apps or certain input fields (like password fields) may not display the emoji icon. That’s normal.
• Forgetting to switch back: After inserting an emoji, you might accidentally stay in the emoji panel and type numbers or symbols. Tap the keyboard icon to return to letters.

Tips

• Use emoji search: If you have a third-party keyboard like Gboard, you can search for emojis by typing a keyword (e.g., “pizza”) in the emoji panel—much faster than scrolling.
• Add emojis to your contacts: You can put emojis in contact names (e.g., “Mom 🧡”) so they appear in calls and messages.
• Use emojis in file names: On the V20, you can rename files or folders with emojis, which can make them easier to spot.
• Customize your keyboard: In LG Keyboard settings, you can adjust the emoji size or enable a dedicated emoji row (if available) for quicker access.
• Check for system updates: Keeping your phone updated ensures you have the latest emoji characters. Go to Settings > About phone > Update Center to check.

Troubleshooting

• Emoji icon is missing from the keyboard: Try restarting your phone. If that doesn’t work, go to Settings > General > Language & keyboard > On-screen keyboard and ensure the LG Keyboard is selected. If you’re using a third-party keyboard, make sure it’s updated and set as default.
• Emojis appear as blank boxes or squares: This usually means the app or the recipient’s device doesn’t support the emoji version. Update your apps and system, and try sending a standard emoji (like 😀) to test. If the issue persists, the recipient may have an old device.
• Keyboard crashes when opening emoji panel: Clear the keyboard app’s cache: Settings > General > Apps > select the keyboard (e.g., LG Keyboard) > Storage > Clear Cache. If using a third-party keyboard, uninstall and reinstall it.
• Emojis not showing in a specific app: Some apps have their own emoji settings. Check the app’s settings for an option like “Emoji style” or “Show emojis.” If it’s a social media app, it may use its own emoji set, which is normal.
• Can’t find the emoji keyboard in settings: On some LG V20 models, the path may be Settings > System > Language & input > Virtual keyboard > LG Keyboard. Look for “Emoji” or “Emoticon” in the keyboard layout options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the LG V20 have emojis by default?

Yes, the LG V20 comes with a set of stock Android emojis built into the LG Keyboard. You just need to access them via the smiley icon.

How do I get the iOS emojis on my LG V20?

You can’t change the system emoji font without rooting, but you can install a third-party keyboard like Gboard or SwiftKey, which offer iOS-style emoji sets. These keyboards display their own emojis in the keyboard, but the actual emoji sent depends on the recipient’s device—they may see the Android version.

Why do some emojis show as a question mark on my V20?

That means the emoji is not supported by your Android version. Update your phone’s software to get the latest emoji characters. If you’re using an older app, it may not render newer emojis.

Can I use emojis in text messages without an internet connection?

Yes, emojis are part of the Unicode standard and are stored on your phone. You can use them offline in any app that supports them.

How do I add emojis to my LG V20’s quick settings or status bar?

You can’t add emojis to the status bar, but you can use emojis in custom quick settings labels if you use a third-party launcher or widget. The stock system doesn’t allow that.

Will emojis I send appear the same on other phones?

No. Emojis are rendered differently on different platforms (Android, iOS, Windows, etc.). The meaning is the same, but the design varies. For example, the “grinning face” looks different on Samsung vs. iPhone.

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