Custom Emojis Come to Microsoft Teams!

Microsoft Teams users can now express themselves with custom emojis. This feature allows for more personalized and fun communication in the workplace.

Emoji Evolution: Not Just for Slack Anymore

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Branding with a Smile

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Creating Your Emoji Masterpiece

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👮‍♂️ The Emoji Police (AKA Your IT Admin)

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As Teams continues to evolve, custom emojis are just the beginning. Get ready for a more expressive, personalized, and fun workplace communication experience!

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