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In this day and age, emojis have become an integral part of our digital communication. They help us convey our emotions and expressions without using words. However, sometimes we may use certain emojis more often than others, resulting in a long list of recently used emojis on our Android device. While this feature can be useful, it can also be a privacy concern or simply clutter up our emoji keyboards. Fortunately, there are several methods to delete recently used emojis on Android. This blog will provide you with a few simple ways to do so.
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What’s Needed
– An Android device
– Access to the keyboard app on your device
– Patience and attention to details
What Should I Pay Attention to?
– Make sure that you follow the steps properly as any mistake can lead to unintended consequences.
– Be careful when deleting emojis as they cannot be retrieved once deleted.
– Some keyboard apps may have variations in their user interface, so the steps may differ slightly.
Method 1: Clear History in Keyboard App Settings
Clearing the keyboard app’s history is one of the most straightforward ways to delete recently used emojis on Android. This method works for most keyboard apps, including Gboard, SwiftKey, and Samsung keyboard.
1. Open the Settings app on your Android device.
2. Tap on "System" or "General Management" depending on your Android device.
3. Scroll down to find "Language and Input" and tap on it.
4. Find and tap on your keyboard app, for example, Gboard or SwiftKey.
5. Scroll down to find the "Clear Data" or "Clear History" option and tap on it.
6. Confirm the action by tapping "Clear" or "Delete."
Method 2: Disable Usage Access for Keyboard App
Disabling usage access for your keyboard app will reset the emoji history, deleting all the recently used emojis. However, you will need to grant usage access again if you want the keyboard app to learn your typing habits.
1. Open the Settings app on your Android device.
2. Tap on "Apps & notifications" or "Applications" depending on your Android device.
3. Find and tap on your keyboard app, for example, Gboard or SwiftKey.
4. Tap on "Permissions" and find "Usage Access."
5. Turn off the toggle switch next to "Usage Access."
6. Go back to your keyboard app and use it to generate a new history of emojis.
Method 3: Clear Cache Data for Keyboard App
Clearing cache data for your keyboard app will remove the recently used emojis along with other temporary data. This method works for most keyboard apps, including Gboard, SwiftKey, and Samsung keyboard.
1. Open the Settings app on your Android device.
2. Tap on "System" or "General Management" depending on your Android device.
3. Scroll down to find "Language and Input" and tap on it.
4. Find and tap on your keyboard app, for example, Gboard or SwiftKey.
5. Tap on "Storage" and tap on "Clear Cache."
6. Confirm the action by tapping "Clear" or "Delete."
Why Can’t I Delete Recently Used Emojis on Android?
There may be some instances where you cannot delete recently used emojis on Android. Here are some possible reasons and fixes:
1. The keyboard app does not allow users to delete the history. Some keyboard apps, especially the default Android keyboard, do not have an option to delete the recently used emojis. In this case, you may consider switching to a different keyboard app that offers this feature.
2. The Android version does not support deleting recently used emojis. Some older Android versions may not have the option to delete recently used emojis. In this case, you may consider upgrading your device to a newer Android version.
3. The keyboard app is corrupted. If you encounter any issues while trying to delete the history, you may want to clear the cache or data for the keyboard app or reinstall the app.
Suggestions
– Evaluate whether you really need to delete recently used emojis. For some people, it may not be a concern.
– Consider switching to a keyboard app that offers more customization options if you frequently use emojis.
– Regularly clear cache and data for your keyboard app to optimize its performance.
FAQs
Q: Will clearing the keyboard app’s history delete all my saved words and phrases?
A: No, clearing the history only deletes the recently used emojis. Your saved words and phrases will still be available.
Q: Will disabling usage access for the keyboard app delete all my data?
A: Disabling usage access only resets the emoji history, not any other data. However, you will need to grant usage access again if you want the keyboard app to learn your typing habits.
Q: Is it possible to permanently delete recently used emojis on Android?
A: No, once you delete the history, the emojis are still stored on your device. However, they will not appear in the recently used section.
Q: Can I delete recently used emojis on iOS?
A: Yes, the process is similar to Android. You can refer to your iOS device’s settings to clear recently used emojis.