Custom Emoji Basics for Discord
You need to be either the server owner or have permission to manage enabled emoji to add a custom emoji in Discord. Those with permission can add up to 50 custom static emoji. Those with a Discord Nitro subscription ($9.99/month), get an additional 50 slots that can host animated emoji. In this case, however, both the sender and receiver will need Nitro in order to be able to view the animated emoji. One more thing we should note: some of the emoji you’ll go on to create will end up looking a lot like stickers – but on a smaller scale. Technically, Discord does not allow you to upload your own stickers unless you’ve paid for a server boost. Even so, you can upload tiny stickers to the emoji slots.
How to Create Your Custom Discord Emoji/Sticker
The emoji you create needs to be at least two characters long and can only contain alphanumeric characters and underscores. Additionally, they can’t exceed 256KB in size. Follow the instructions below to create an emoji using an image.
How to Add the Custom Emoji/Sticker to your Discord Server on Desktop/Web
Now that you have your custom emoji, you will have to get it into Discord. Follow the below instructions if you’re using the service’s desktop client. 9. Doing this should take you back to the chat room. Press the emoji button in the lower-right corner.
How to Add the Custom Emoji/Sticker to your Discord Server on Mobile
On mobile, the process of uploading your custom emoji/sticker is similar. You’ll have to prepare the image in advance – just like before. Again, use your preferred app to do so or use a quick editing program or a web app. Return to the conversation on your server. From there you can insert the emoji either by using the alias or by pressing the emoji button.
How to Create a Classic-Looking Custom Emoji for Discord
If you prefer the classic emoji look, don’t worry, as you can still get yourself some custom ones and dazzle your Discord friends. Just access a dedicated website that lets you to create new emoji by creating default ones such as Emoji.gg. Not satisfied with what emoji.gg has to offer? Don’t worry, there are other websites you may want to try out, such as Flat Icons. On mobile, you may wish to give Emoji Maker by MimiSoft Studio a try.
1. How do I set up a Discord server?
We have a complete guide for newbies on how to do that to help you with that.
2. How can I make Discord even more personal?
You can try uploading animated emoji, although you’ll need a paid Nitro account for that. If you do have one, you can use GIFs, videos and even images to create an animated emoji.
3. Where can I find worthy Discord servers to join?
Keep in mind that you can’t send custom emoji in severs you do not own. If you’re looking for new severs, you’ll find one here: top Discord severs to join. Perhaps you’d like to personalize your emoji in other apps as well. To this end, you may find our article on how to create custom stickers in Telegram useful. Also check out nine of the best apps and tools to create and edit GIFs.
