How to create an emoji in slack
- George Apostolov
How to create an emoji in slack: step-by-step guide
Go to the emoji option
Click 'Add emoji'
Upload your custom emoji or even just an image here to turn it into an emoji and give it a name
You can find your custom emoji under the 'Custom' section
If you want to delete the emoji, click on the workspace name
Go to 'Tools & settings' and then choose 'Customise workspace'
Find your custom emoji and click on the cross button to remove it
Quick answer: To create an emoji in Slack, navigate to the emoji option, click 'Add emoji', upload an image, and name it. Find the custom emoji under the 'Custom' section. To delete it, click the workspace name, go to 'Tools & settings', choose 'Customise workspace', and click the cross button on the emoji.
About this Slack tutorial
Add, manage, and remove custom emojis in Slack by navigating to your workspace settings and uploading your preferred images. This guide shows how to create an emoji in slack in 7 steps, starting with "Go to the emoji option" and finishing with "Find your custom emoji and click on the cross button to remove it". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Slack interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to create an emoji in slack?
7 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Slack data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Slack. Related guides: How to create Coda comment notifications in Slack, How to Create Group Chat in Slack and How to create jira ticket from slack. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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