How to Insert Emojis in Canva

I will show you how you can add an emoji to your Canva design. I have text and an emoji icon. There are multiple ways you can insert emojis to your Canva design.
Insert Emojis in Canva - Easiest method
The first method is the easiest because you don't have to install any third party app. Right click on a text box and add another line.

Click Emoji, then select the emoji that you want. This is a feature available in the browser or the operating system. You can find all sorts of emojis.


You can also use the search feature to find the emoji you want to use. Click one and that emoji will be inserted into your design. I recommend this method.

Right click the text box
Click Emoji
Search and select
Insert Emojis in Canva - Elements and Photos
Another method is using graphics or photos in the Canva stock library. Go to Elements and search for emoji. You will find many options in Graphics.

You can also find options in the Photos section. It is similar, but photos usually give you a different look. This is the second option.

If you need icons instead of emojis, see how to insert icons in Canva.
To place photos inside shapes, learn how to insert a photo into a shape in Canva.
Insert Emojis in Canva - Emoji app
The third option is the Emoji app from Canva. If you see this option, click Use app to launch the Emoji app by Canva. You can also go to the Apps menu and search for Emoji.


It will display many emojis from Canva, which are the same as the first method. If you prefer this method, give it a try.

If you are moving designs across tools, see how to insert a Canva video in Google Slides.
Final thoughts on Insert Emojis in Canva
That is how you can insert emojis to your Canva design. There are multiple ways to do it. Pick the method that fits your workflow.


