554927 – Microsoft Teams: Recently used emojis sync across devices

Product:

Teams

Platform:

Android, iOS, Mac, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

In development

Change type:

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Details:

Recently used emojis and reactions sync across Teams on desktop and mobile, making it easier to express yourself wherever you work.

Change Category:
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability, Targeted Release

Created:
2026-02-05

updated:
2026-02-07

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summary for non-techies**

Microsoft Teams now syncs your recently used emojis across all devices, allowing for consistent and convenient emoji use without needing to search for them again on different platforms.

Direct effects for Operations**

User Experience Degradation
If the emoji sync feature is implemented without proper testing, users may experience delays or failures in syncing their recently used emojis, leading to frustration and reduced communication effectiveness.
   - roles: End Users, Support Staff
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/blog/2023/10/01/microsoft-teams-recently-used-emojis-sync-across-devices/

Increased Support Tickets
The introduction of the emoji sync feature without adequate preparation may lead to an increase in support tickets as users encounter issues, overwhelming the support team and delaying resolution times.
   - roles: Support Staff, IT Operations
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/blog/2023/10/01/microsoft-teams-recently-used-emojis-sync-across-devices/

Configutation Options**

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explanation for non-techies**

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