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An emoji is a small icon used to represent an emotion, symbol or object. Emoji commonly appear in communication applications, such as social networking apps and text messaging systems. Over the years, emoji have appeared on everything from Instagram and Facebook to business communication systems like Slack.
In 2015, professor Vyv Evans from Bangor University named emoji the fastest growing language in the UK. Since then, the popularity of emoji has continued to grow as people look for more ways to express themselves online.
Emoji have been a part of the digital landscape since 1999 when a Japanese designer called Shigetaka Kurita designed the first emoji for a cellphone. The concept of emoji reached global popularity in 2012, when Apple released their iOS 6 system, complete with an to send icons in their text messages. Now, it’s possible to access a library of emoticons on virtually any app by tapping on the smiley face on your phone’s keyboard.
Because emoji typically represent a specific feeling or thought, they’re used to give depth and context to a message. Many people use emoji to:
Emoji are powerful in both everyday life and marketing strategies. Brands who use emoji in the subject lines of their emails see a 45% increase in open rates on average. The main reason for this is that emoji represent a universal language that almost every customer resonates with. Beyond the universal appeal of emoji, additional benefits include:
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Get Started NowAlthough emoji are beneficial in many online interactions, it’s essential to use them correctly. Emoji are best suited to conversations with younger generations who have grown up using the icons to express themselves. The best time to use emoji is:
Be careful not to use too many emoji in a single post and remember that certain icons have hidden meanings. Be sure to research the social definition of an emoji before you post it online.
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