How to Use iPhone Memoji and Stickers in Messages

iPhone Memoji and stickers can be used in Messages by opening a conversation, tapping the Memoji Stickers or Memoji app in the app drawer, and selecting a sticker or animated Memoji to send. A custom emoji can also be created or edited from the Memoji editor, then reused in chats on supported iPhone models and iOS versions.

Steps to Use iPhone Memoji and Stickers

1. Open Messages and enter an existing conversation or start a new one.
2. Tap the App Store-style app drawer above the keyboard, then select Memoji Stickers for static stickers or Memoji for animated Memoji.
3. Choose an existing character, or tap More to create a custom emoji with skin tone, hairstyle, glasses, and other facial features.
4. Tap a Memoji sticker to insert it into the message field, or record an animated Memoji by using the front camera and pressing send.
5. Save changes to the character if editing is needed, then use the updated Memoji in future Messages conversations.

Common Issues and Fixes

• Memoji option missing — App drawer may be hidden or iMessage settings may be limited — Expand the keyboard area, open the Messages app drawer, and confirm iMessage is enabled in Settings.
• Animated Memoji not working — Device may not support Face ID-style facial tracking — Use Memoji stickers instead, or check iPhone model compatibility.
• Memoji stickers not showing on keyboard — Stickers may be disabled — Turn on Stickers in keyboard or Messages-related settings, then reopen the conversation.
• Custom emoji edits not saved — Character changes may not have been confirmed — Tap Done after editing, then reopen the Memoji list.
• Memoji sent as image only — Recipient app or device may not support full animation playback — Send through Messages on iPhone for best animated Memoji support.

Quick Tips

• Memoji stickers work even when animated Memoji is unavailable on older hardware.
• A single custom emoji character can generate many preset expressions automatically in the sticker panel.
• Animated Memoji usually works best in iMessage, not all third-party messaging apps.
• Low light or blocked front camera views can reduce facial tracking quality during animated Memoji recording.

Related Questions

Q1. How to create a new Memoji on iPhone?

Open Messages, tap the Memoji app, then choose New Memoji. Edit facial features and accessories, then save the character.

Q2. Why are Memoji stickers different from animated Memoji?

Memoji stickers are static images based on a character’s expressions. Animated Memoji records facial movement and voice for a short animated message.