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Emoji Picker & Search Reference
Browse, search, and copy emojis by category. Click any emoji to copy it instantly.
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What is an Emoji Picker?
An Emoji Picker is a searchable reference tool that lets you browse, find, and copy emojis quickly. Instead of hunting through your phone's emoji keyboard or remembering Unicode codes, this tool organizes 500+ emojis by category — Smileys, People, Animals, Food, Travel, Activities, Objects, Symbols, and Flags. Each emoji can be copied with a single click, along with its HTML entity code for use in web development.
How to Use the Emoji Picker
- Browse by clicking a category tab — Smileys, People, Animals, Food, Travel, Activities, Objects, Symbols, or Flags.
- Search by typing a keyword in the search box (e.g., "heart", "fire", "cat"). Results filter in real-time.
- Click any emoji to copy it to your clipboard. A toast notification confirms the copy.
- Click the HTML code below an emoji to copy the Unicode HTML entity for use in web pages.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I copy an emoji?
Simply click on any emoji in the grid. It will be copied to your clipboard automatically, and a green toast notification will appear at the top-right corner to confirm. You can then paste it anywhere using Ctrl+V or Cmd+V.
How many emojis are included?
This picker includes over 500 of the most commonly used emojis across 9 categories — from smileys and people to flags and symbols. This covers the vast majority of everyday emoji use cases.
Can I use these emojis in HTML?
Yes. Each emoji has an HTML entity code (e.g., 😀 for 😀). Click the small code text below the emoji to copy the HTML entity, which you can embed directly in your web pages.
Does the picker support skin tones?
Yes. Emojis with skin tone variations (like waving hand or thumbs up) include the most common skin tone variants. The emoji character itself will render with the default skin tone on most platforms.
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