Of all the new and weird AI features in Apple Intelligence, perhaps Genmoji is the most exciting one.
Genmoji, as the name sounds, is an amalgamation of generative AI and Emoji.
Like with Image Playground, getting something good out of Genmoji can be a struggle.
Then, you’ll need to sign up and scrub the Image Playground waitlist.
To do this, pop launch the Image Playground app, and tapRequest Early Access.
When it’s ready, you’ll receive a notification and Genmoji will be unlocked.
Tap theEmojibutton to switch to the Emoji keyboard, then tap the new colorful rainbowEmojibutton in the top-right.
Now, you’ll see a new Genmoji creation screen.
Here, give it a prompt, as detailed as you’ve got the option to.
Results might be jarring, or hilarious.
Here’s me in a cowboy hat for reference.
Genmoji will generate multiple emojis, and you’re free to swipe through all the versions it makes.
When you find one you like, tap theAddbutton from the top.
That said, I was able to generate an angry emoji flipping the bird, so that’s nice.
The key to a good Genmoji is being descriptive.
Use specific words describing feelings or emotions (e.g.
Sometimes it takes a couple of tries or different wording to get what you want.
This might get embarrassing if you’ve made one of the Genmoji I talked about above.
That requires a trip to the Messages app.
In the Messages app, open any iMessage conversation, then tap the bigPlusbutton above the keyboard.
Now, choose theStickersapp.
You’ll see all your Genmoji stickers listed here.
Simply tap and hold on a sticker and choose theRemoveoption to get rid of it.
