Level Up Your Texts: A Guide to Google Messages Emoji Animations (RCS Required!)

Tired of boring text messages? Google Messages, thanks to RCS (Rich Communication Services), is here to add some pizzazz with animated emojis! But how do you unlock these expressive animations?

First, ensure RCS is enabled. Open Google Messages, tap your profile picture, and go to "Messages settings" then "RCS chats." Make sure it's toggled on. If not, Google will guide you through the setup process.

Now for the fun part! Sending certain single emojis triggers a full-screen animation. Think 🎉, ❤️, 💯, 👍, or 💩. Experiment with different emojis to discover more hidden animations.

Keep in mind that both you and the recipient need RCS enabled for the animations to work. If the other person is using SMS/MMS, they'll just see the standard emoji. So, spread the word about RCS and make your conversations more engaging with Google Messages' animated emojis!