For older devices, there are plenty of third-party keyboards available.

This icon can vary on different devices and apps, but it usually looks like asmiley face icon.

Seeour guide on how to change the default Samsung keyboard.

Here’s the gist: Go toSettings>General management>Keyboard list and default>Default keyboard.

There are lots ofAndroid keyboards we like, including Microsoft’sSwiftKey.

There are plenty out there, withWhatsAppbeing one of the most common emoji-enabled messaging apps in the world.

Just be aware that you’ll be able to see emojis only when sending messages with the third-party app.

Can My Phone View Emojis?

For most modern smartphones, viewing emojis shouldn’t be an issue.

If you might see most of the icons on your screen, your phone can view emojis.

If you see blank boxes, download a separate app or keyboard that supports emojis.

FAQ

Open any text conversation and jot down a word to bring up related emojis.

If nothing comes up, there are no emojis associated with the word.

Use Samsung’s built-in AR Emoji creator tomake a memojiof yourself.

Alternatively, use an emoji maker app like piZap, Emotiyou, or Emojibuilder.

Use a third-party contact manager app likeTrue Contactsthat lets you add emojis to contact names.