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Learn how to add emojis to your messages using built-in tools on Windows & Mac. This guide empowers childcare providers to enhance communication with families and staff - no extra software required.
Add Emojis on Windows & Mac
Emojis are a fun and expressive way to connect with families and staff. While Playground doesn’t have a custom emoji picker, both Windows and Mac devices come with built-in emoji keyboards that make it easy to add emojis anywhere you type - whether it’s a message, announcement, or note.
Use Emojis on Windows
You can access the emoji keyboard on any Windows device using a simple shortcut.
Steps to Open the Emoji Keyboard
Click into any text field where you want to add an emoji (e.g., Playground message, email, document).
Press
Windows Key + .(period) orWindows Key + ;(semicolon).This opens the emoji panel.
Click on the emoji you want to use.
You can scroll or search by keyword.
Close the panel by clicking outside the emoji window or pressing
Esc.
💡 Tip: You can also access GIFs and symbols from the same panel.
Use Emojis on Mac
Mac users can access emojis using a built-in shortcut or from the menu bar.
Steps to Open the Emoji Keyboard
Click into any text field where you want to add an emoji.
Press
Control + Command + Space.This opens the emoji & symbol viewer.
Click on the emoji to insert it.
You can browse by category or search by name.
Close the panel by clicking the close button or pressing
Esc.
💡 Tip: You can pin frequently used emojis for quicker access.
🚨 If you're on the Mobile App, your device’s native keyboard already includes emoji support. Just tap the emoji icon on your keyboard to browse and insert emojis!
