Emoji Picker Shortcut
Open the emoji keyboard: ⌃⌘Space on Mac, Win+. (period) or Win+; on Windows.
| Action | Mac | Windows | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open emoji picker | ⌃⌘Space | Win+. or Win+; | |
| Open Character Viewer (Mac) | ⌃⌘Space | — | |
| Close picker | Esc | Esc | |
| Insert highlighted emoji | ⏎ | ⏎ |
One combo for every emoji
On the Mac, ⌃⌘Space opens the Character Viewer with emoji, symbols and more. On Windows 10 and 11, Win+. (hold the Windows key and tap the period) or Win+; opens the emoji panel.
Using it
Start typing a word like "smile" to filter, use arrow keys to move, and press ⏎ to insert. Press Esc to dismiss the panel.
FAQ
What is the emoji shortcut on Windows?
Hold the Windows key and tap the period (Win+.) or semicolon (Win+;) to open the emoji picker.
How do I open the emoji picker on Mac?
Press ⌃⌘Space (Control+Command+Space) to open the Character Viewer with emoji and symbols.