How to Use the Emoji and Symbol Panel in Windows

Step by step

1. 10 sec

   Open the emoji panel

   Click into any text field where you wish to input a symbol. Press the Windows key and the Period key simultaneously to launch the flyout menu.

   Note: This menu persists on top of your open application until you select an item or press Escape.
2. 30 sec

   Select your category

   Use the navigation bar at the top of the panel to switch between Emoji, Kaomoji, and Symbols. Each tab organizes characters into sub-categories to streamline your search.

   Note: Use the scroll bar on the right to view additional characters within each specific category.
3. 10 sec

   Insert the character

   Click on any emoji or symbol to insert it directly into the active text field. The panel will remain open after insertion, allowing you to add multiple characters in sequence.

4. 45 sec

   Access special symbols

   Select the Symbols tab represented by the Omega icon. Use the sub-menu buttons at the bottom to filter by General Punctuation, Currency Symbols, Latin Symbols, or Math Symbols.

   Note: The symbol tab is effective for characters not found on a standard QWERTY layout, such as the em-dash or degree symbol.
5. 5 sec

   Close the panel

   Click outside the panel or press the Escape key on your keyboard to dismiss the menu. Your cursor remains active in the text field for continued typing.

   Note: Esc