Emoji Kitchen

Complete Gboard Emoji Kitchen Tutorial

Learn how to create and share custom emoji combinations using Gboard on your Android device

Emoji Kitchen is a creative feature in Google's Gboard keyboard that allows you to combine two different emojis to create unique hybrid stickers. This tutorial will guide you through the process of setting up and using Emoji Kitchen to express yourself in fun and creative ways.

🐻 + ❤️ = Bear with Heart emoji combination

Table of Contents

1Prerequisites

Before you can start using Emoji Kitchen, make sure you have:

  • An Android device running Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) or higher
  • Sufficient storage space for Gboard and its updates
  • An active internet connection for the initial setup

Tip

While Emoji Kitchen is primarily available on Android through Gboard, you can also access it through our website on any device, including iPhones! Try it now.

2Installing and Setting Up Gboard

If you don't already have Gboard installed on your device, follow these steps:

  1. Open the Google Play Store on your Android device
  2. Search for "Gboard"
  3. Tap "Install" on the Gboard app by Google LLC
  4. Once installed, open the Gboard app
  5. Follow the on-screen instructions to set Gboard as your default keyboard
Installing Gboard from Google Play Store

To set Gboard as your default keyboard:

  1. Go to your device's Settings
  2. Tap on "System" > "Languages & input" > "Virtual keyboard" (the exact path may vary depending on your device)
  3. Tap "Manage keyboards"
  4. Toggle on Gboard
  5. If prompted, tap "OK" to confirm

Note

The exact steps to set a default keyboard may vary depending on your device manufacturer and Android version. If you're having trouble, check your device's user manual or support website.

3Accessing Emoji Kitchen

Once you have Gboard set up as your default keyboard, you can access Emoji Kitchen by following these steps:

  1. Open any app where you can type (like Messages, WhatsApp, or Telegram)
  2. Tap on a text field to bring up the keyboard
  3. On Gboard, tap the emoji icon (smiley face) located at the bottom of the keyboard
  4. You're now in the emoji section of Gboard
Accessing emoji section in Gboard

Tip

If you don't see the emoji icon, tap the symbol/number key (usually labeled "?123") and then look for the emoji icon.

4Creating Emoji Combinations

Now that you're in the emoji section, you can start creating emoji combinations:

  1. Tap on any emoji that you want to use as your base
  2. If the emoji is compatible with Emoji Kitchen, you'll see a strip of suggested combinations appear above the keyboard
  3. Scroll through the suggestions to see different combinations
  4. Alternatively, you can tap on a second emoji to see specific combinations of the two emojis you selected
Creating emoji combinations in Gboard

Here are some popular emoji combinations to try:

😎 + 🎸

Cool Guitarist

😂 + 😭

Laughing Tears

🍕 + 😍

Pizza Love

👻 + 🎃

Halloween Spirit

Note

Not all emojis are compatible with Emoji Kitchen. If you select an emoji and don't see any suggestions, try a different emoji.

5Sharing Your Creations

Once you've found a combination you like, you can share it in your conversation:

  1. Tap on the emoji combination you want to use
  2. The sticker will be inserted into your text field or conversation
  3. Send your message as usual
Sharing emoji combinations in a conversation

The emoji combinations are sent as stickers, which means they'll appear as images in your conversations rather than text-based emojis.

Tip

You can also long-press on an emoji combination to see options for sharing it through other apps or saving it to your device.

6Saving Your Favorite Combinations

If you find combinations you love and want to use again, you can save them to your favorites:

  1. When you see a combination you like, long-press on it
  2. Tap "Add to Favorites" from the menu that appears
  3. To access your favorites, tap the "Recent" or "Favorites" tab in the emoji section
Saving emoji combinations to favorites

Your favorite combinations will be saved for quick access, even if you're offline.

7Troubleshooting Common Issues

I don't see any emoji combinations when I tap an emoji

Make sure:

  • Your Gboard app is updated to the latest version
  • You have an active internet connection for the first use
  • You're trying with compatible emojis (not all emojis work with Emoji Kitchen)
  • The app you're using supports stickers

Emoji Kitchen is not available on my Gboard

Try these solutions:

  • Update Gboard to the latest version from the Google Play Store
  • Go to Gboard settings > Emojis, Stickers & GIFs and make sure "Emoji stickers" is enabled
  • Clear the Gboard app cache: Settings > Apps > Gboard > Storage > Clear Cache
  • Restart your device

The emoji combinations don't send properly

This could be because:

  • The recipient's app or device doesn't support stickers
  • You have a poor internet connection (stickers need to be downloaded)
  • The app you're using has restrictions on image sharing

8Tips and Tricks

Experiment with Opposites

Try combining emojis with opposite meanings or emotions for interesting results, like 😡 + 😇 or 🔥 + ❄️.

Seasonal Combinations

Create seasonal stickers by combining holiday emojis with others, like 🎄 + 😎 for a cool Christmas or 🎃 + 👻 for Halloween.

Create Custom Reactions

Make personalized reaction stickers by combining face emojis with objects that represent specific situations in your conversations.

Use the Web Version

If you're on a device without Gboard, remember you can use our website to create and download emoji combinations.

9Frequently Asked Questions

While Gboard is available for iPhone, the Emoji Kitchen feature is currently only available on Android. However, iPhone users can access Emoji Kitchen through our website or through Google Search by searching for "Emoji Kitchen."

There are thousands of possible combinations in Emoji Kitchen, and Google regularly adds new ones. Not all emojis are compatible with each other, but the selection continues to grow with updates.

You need an internet connection the first time you use specific emoji combinations, as they are downloaded to your device. After that, recently used combinations will work offline. Your favorites are also stored locally for offline use.

You can only create combinations from the pre-designed options that Google provides. You cannot currently design completely custom combinations from scratch. However, with thousands of combinations available, you'll likely find something that expresses what you want to say.

Conclusion

Emoji Kitchen is a fun and creative way to express yourself in conversations. With this tutorial, you should now be able to create, share, and save custom emoji combinations using Gboard on your Android device.

Remember that Google regularly updates Emoji Kitchen with new combinations, so keep your Gboard app updated to access the latest features.

If you prefer using Emoji Kitchen on the web or want to access it from non-Android devices, don't forget to check out our website where you can create and download emoji combinations from any browser.

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Download Gboard

Get Gboard from the Google Play Store to start using Emoji Kitchen on your Android device.

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Quick Tips

  • Keep Gboard updated for new combinations
  • Long-press combinations to save as favorites
  • Try seasonal emojis for holiday-themed stickers
  • Use our website for access on any device