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# Using Custom Emojis

To use a custom emoji in your Discord bot's configuration, follow these steps:

1. **Type the Emoji in Chat**
   * In any Discord chat, type your custom emoji’s name (e.g., `:plexdev:`).
2. **Add a Backslash (`\`) Before the Emoji**
   * Before sending the message, add a `\` before the emoji. It should look like this:

     ```
     \:plexdev:
     ```
3. **Send the Message**
   * Once sent, Discord will convert it into its full emoji ID format, like this:

     ```
     <:plexdev:1038186189448036475>
     ```
4. **Copy the Emoji Code**
   * Copy the entire output, including the `<:emoji_name:emoji_id>` format.
5. **Paste It in Your Bot’s Config**
   * Use the copied emoji code in your bot’s configuration file or code where needed.

{% hint style="success" %}
Now, your bot will be able to display the custom emoji correctly!
{% endhint %}