Use Emoji Icons in Mac Os X Lion
In OS X Lion, Apple’s latest operating system release for their laptops and desktop computers, the built-in dictionary has received a number of enhancements in order to work with other new features. The new built-in dictionary is now easily accessible from within almost any app via multi-touch gestures new to Lion. This article will walk you through the process of using the new built-in dictionary in Mac OS X Lion.
Steps
- Click the “Edit” menu. Select “Special Characters” from the context menu. Note: Not all applications will support special characters.
- Use a keyboard shortcut. Alternatively you can press ⌥ Option+⌘ Command+T on your keyboard to open the Special Characters pane.
- Click “Emoji”. You can find it in the left pane of the Special Characters window.
- Drag and drop the Emoji icon of your choice into your text. If the program supports it, the emoji will appear where you place it.
Tips
- You can open Launchpad in OS X Lion using custom shortcuts or hot corners by setting them in System Preferences.
- Swipe between pages of apps in Launchpad by clicking and holding your mouse while making a swiping gesture left or right, or use a two finger gesture on your trackpad.
- In MacOS Sierra ver. 10.12.3, to access the emojis, use the Edit button, and then go down to ^ ⌘ + Space.
Warnings
- OS X Lion is only available as a downloadable upgrade through the Mac App Store.
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