How To Create And Use Memoji On Iphone

Memoji are personalized, animated avatars that can resemble you or anyone else and can be customized with unique facial features, hairstyles, accessories, and more. With iOS, Memoji can be used in various ways, from iMessage to FaceTime, and provide a fun, expressive way to communicate. This guide will cover how to create, edit, and use Memoji on your iPhone, as well as some tips and tricks for customizing and sharing them.

What is a Memoji?

Memoji are part of Apple’s Animoji feature, which utilizes the iPhone’s TrueDepth camera to mirror your facial expressions and movements in real-time. Available on devices with Face ID (like the iPhone X and newer), Memoji lets you create avatars that look like you or anyone you’d like, complete with unique details like skin tone, hairstyle, and accessories.

Memoji can be used in several ways:

1. Messages: Share stickers or animated Memoji videos.

2. FaceTime: Use Memoji as a live filter during video calls.

3. Photos: Add Memoji stickers to pictures you send or post.

Which iPhones Support Memoji?

Memoji are available on iPhones that support Face ID, including:

iPhone X and newer models (iPhone SE models only support Memoji stickers, not the animated Memoji).

Memoji Stickers vs. Animated Memoji

While all iOS devices with iOS 13 and above support Memoji stickers (static, emoji-like images of your Memoji), only Face ID-enabled devices allow animated Memoji that mimic your facial expressions.

How to Create a Memoji on Your iPhone

Creating a Memoji is easy, and you can customize every detail to make it truly unique.

Step 1: Open the Messages App

1. Open the Messages app on your iPhone.

2. Start a new message or open an existing conversation.

Step 2: Open the Memoji App

1. Tap on the App Store icon or the Memoji icon (a face symbol) in the app bar above the keyboard.

2. Tap on the “+” button to start creating a new Memoji.

Step 3: Customize Your Memoji

You’ll now be presented with customization options, which you can use to tailor your Memoji’s appearance.

Here’s a breakdown of each option:

1. Skin Tone: Select a skin tone and adjust its hue for precision. You can also add freckles, beauty spots, and adjust your Memoji’s complexion.

2. Hairstyle: Choose from various hairstyles, including options for both men and women. You can adjust the color and highlights of the hair as well.

3. Eyebrows: Customize the shape and color of your eyebrows and even add eyebrow piercings.

4. Eyes: Adjust the eye shape, color, and lashes. This option also allows you to add eye makeup.

5. Head Shape: Adjust the age and head shape of your Memoji to make it resemble you more closely.

6. Nose: Select a nose shape and add piercings if you’d like.

7. Mouth: Customize your lips by choosing different shapes, colors, and lip makeup options.

8. Ears: Choose the size of the ears and add accessories like earrings.

9. Facial Hair: If you’d like, add a beard, mustache, or goatee and customize the color.

10. Eyewear: Add glasses or sunglasses to your Memoji and choose the color and style.

11. Headwear: You can add hats, headbands, and other headwear options.

12. Clothing (available in iOS 15 and later): Customize your Memoji’s clothing with various tops and colors.

13. Additional Features: Depending on your iOS version, you may have extra features, like face masks and hearing aids.

Step 4: Save Your Memoji

Once you’re happy with your Memoji, tap Done. Your Memoji will now be saved and accessible in the Messages app for easy use.

How to Use Your Memoji in Messages

Now that your Memoji is created, you can use it in different ways within Messages:

Sending Memoji Stickers

Memoji stickers are static images that represent your Memoji in various expressions (like happy, sad, or angry).

1. Open the Messages app and select a conversation.

2. Tap the Memoji icon or Sticker icon in the app bar.

3. Choose your Memoji from the options, and then select a sticker to send.

Sending an Animated Memoji

If your device supports animated Memoji, you can send recordings of your Memoji with voice and facial expressions.

1. Open Messages and start a new conversation.

2. Tap the Memoji icon in the app bar.

3. Select your Memoji, then look directly at your iPhone.

4. Press and hold the record button to start recording. You can record up to 30 seconds.

5. Tap the send button to share your animated Memoji in the conversation.

Adding Memoji to Photos

You can also add Memoji stickers to photos or even use your Memoji as a photo effect.

1. In a conversation, take a photo using the camera icon.

2. After taking the photo, tap Effects > Memoji.

3. Choose a Memoji or Memoji sticker and position it on the photo.

Using Memoji in FaceTime

Memoji can also be used as a live mask in FaceTime calls on compatible iPhones.

1. Start a FaceTime call as you normally would.

2. Once connected, tap on the Effects icon.

3. Tap the Memoji icon to choose your Memoji.

4. Your Memoji will now cover your face, mimicking your movements and expressions in real-time.

This feature can add a fun and playful element to your FaceTime conversations.

Editing Your Memoji

If you want to make changes to your Memoji, you can edit it at any time:

1. Open the Messages app and tap on the Memoji icon.

2. Find your Memoji, then tap the “...” (more options) icon.

3. Choose Edit to go back into customization mode and adjust any feature.

4. Once finished, tap Done to save changes.

Deleting or Creating Multiple Memoji

You can create multiple Memoji if you want different versions or create them for other people:

1. Open the Memoji app in Messages.

2. Tap + to create a new Memoji.

3. Customize the new Memoji as you wish.

To delete a Memoji:

1. Tap the “...” icon for the Memoji you want to remove.

2. Select Delete to remove it from your collection.

Using Memoji Stickers in Other Apps

Memoji stickers can be used beyond Messages and are available in apps that support emoji, including WhatsApp and Instagram.

1. Open an app that uses the keyboard, like Notes or WhatsApp.

2. Tap the emoji icon on your keyboard.

3. Swipe to the Memoji stickers section, and select a sticker to insert into the text.

Tips for Using Memoji

1. Save Favorites: You can save Memoji expressions that you use often as favorites for quicker access.

2. Create Seasonal Memoji: Customize your Memoji for different occasions, such as adding festive hats or changing outfits for holidays.

3. Change Features Over Time: As your appearance changes, you can update your Memoji to reflect these changes, such as adding glasses or altering your hairstyle.

Troubleshooting Memoji Issues

Memoji Not Showing in Messages

If Memoji options aren’t appearing in Messages, ensure your iPhone is updated to the latest iOS version. Go to Settings > General > Software Update to check for updates.

Memoji Lag or Poor Performance

If your Memoji isn’t tracking smoothly, try restarting your iPhone to clear temporary issues. If you’re still having issues, make sure your TrueDepth camera (used for Face ID) is clean and unobstructed.

Conclusion

Memoji offers a creative, fun way to express yourself on your iPhone. From creating a personalized avatar to using it in messages and FaceTime, Memoji brings personality to your conversations. By following these steps, you’ll be able to create, customize, and make the most out of Memoji. Enjoy adding your unique style and expressions to every conversation with these animated avatars!