How to Put Emojis on Text in DaVinci Resolve

Fastest method: click the text box, open your computer’s emoji picker, and paste the emoji straight into the title. On Windows, press Win + . or Win + ;. On Mac, press Control + Command + Space.

Add emojis to a text title in DaVinci Resolve

1. Add a Text+ or Text title to your timeline.
2. Select the clip, then open the Inspector.
3. Click inside the main text field.
4. Open your OS emoji picker:
   • Windows: Win + . or Win + ;
   • Mac: Control + Command + Space
5. Pick the emoji you want, or paste one you copied from another site.
6. If the emoji appears as a box or a blank square, change the font to one with better emoji support.
7. Play back the clip to check that the emoji looks right in the viewer.

Example: Sale starts Friday 🔥 or Thanks for watching ❤️

Fallback copy-paste method

If the picker is awkward or missing, use copy and paste:

1. Copy an emoji from a trusted source, note, message, or emoji website.
2. Return to DaVinci Resolve and click in the text field.
3. Paste with Ctrl + V on Windows or Cmd + V on Mac.
4. Resize and position the text as needed.

This is often the easiest option for emojis like 😀, ✨, 🚀, or 🎬.

Troubleshooting

I can’t find the emoji picker

Resolve does not have its own built-in emoji keyboard. Use your operating system’s picker instead, or copy and paste from another app.

The emoji shows as a box or question mark

That usually means the font in your title does not support that emoji. Try:

• switching to a different font
• using a more common emoji
• using a simple symbol such as ★, →, or ♥ if the exact emoji won’t render

The emoji looks different after export

Emoji rendering can vary by font, operating system, and video player. Always export a short test clip before you finish the project.

Best-practice tips

• Keep emoji use simple: one or two per title usually looks cleaner than a long string.
• Use emojis for emphasis, not as the only way to convey important information.
• Check readability on mobile if your video will be viewed on phones.
• Match the emoji style to the tone of the edit. A comedy cut can handle brighter emoji; a corporate video usually needs restraint.
• If the emoji must stay exactly the same everywhere, consider using a graphic icon instead of a text emoji.

FAQ

Can you add emojis to Text+ in DaVinci Resolve?

Yes. Paste the emoji directly into the Text+ field, then choose a font that can display it.

Why do some emojis not work in DaVinci Resolve?

Some fonts and systems do not support every emoji. Newer or color-only emojis are more likely to break or display as boxes.

Will emojis keep their color in DaVinci Resolve?

Sometimes, but not always. Color emoji support depends on your OS, font, and export playback. Test your final render before delivery.