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Google Messages has expanded its Screen Effects feature, now enabling specific emoji combinations to activate full-screen animations during chats. Previously, these effects were only triggered by typing certain phrases. However, users can now experience these animations by sending two of the same emoji in their messages.
Google initially introduced Screen Effects with over 15 animations, linked to specific text inputs. Later, more than two dozen triggers were discovered. Now, the company appears to have broadened the feature, allowing emoji sequences to prompt these animated effects.
When users send a message with two identical emojis, they may see their entire screen light up with an animation. This effect is not limited to standalone emoji messages—text accompanying the emoji will not interfere with the animation.
When Did This Feature Launch?
It’s unclear exactly when Google began rolling out this update. There has been no official announcement from the company about emoji-based Screen Effects, and users have only recently started noticing them. As a result, the full list of compatible emojis remains unknown, and there may be additional animations linked to emojis that users have yet to discover.
How to Try It?
To experience these new animations:
- Ensure you’re using the latest version of Google Messages.
- Make sure RCS (Rich Communication Services) is enabled.
- Try sending two identical emoji in a message and see if a Screen Effect appears.
If the effects do not show up, users should check their device’s settings to confirm that animations are enabled.
Google’s latest update enhances the expressiveness of Messages, adding more interactive elements to conversations. Users are encouraged to experiment with different emojis and discover new effects while chatting with friends.
