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BetterToday
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Apr 18, 2025
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Why can't I enter emojis using their UNICODE codepoint value via hexadecimal numpad input?

After https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Unicode_input#In_Microsoft_Windows, I'm not able to enter emojis using their hexadecimal UNICODE code point. Windows only shows their UNICODE value but not the emo...
  • SAKHRI's avatar
    Apr 18, 2025

    Windows (Alt+Numpad Hex Input)
    Step 1: Enable Hex Numpad Input
    Check Registry Settings:
    Press Win + R, type regedit, and navigate to: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Input Method
    Create a new String Value named EnableHexNumpad.
    Set its value to 1 and restart your PC.
    Alternative: Use the Alt + X shortcut (Word/Notepad):
    Type the hex code (e.g., 1F600), then press Alt + X.
    Step 2: Enter the Emoji
    Hold Alt, press + on the numpad, type the hex code (e.g., 1F600), and release Alt.
    Example: Alt + + + 1F600 = 😄.

    https://www.tech2geek.net/why-cant-i-enter-emojis-using-unicode-hex-code-via-numpad/

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