Creative contact pictures with Google Contacts’ emoji and monogram options

Google Contacts is rolling out an exciting new feature that lets users set personalized, creative contact images using monograms or emojis. This update comes alongside a fresh redesign of the contacts settings page and introduces a fun and customizable way to make your contact list visually unique.

In the latest version (4.44.31.692334116) of the Google Contacts app, Android Authority contributor Assemble Debug discovered and activated this new contact image option. Now, in addition to using photos from your device, Google Photos, or preset illustrations, users can set up monograms or select emojis as contact images. Here’s a closer look at what these options offer:

1. Monogram Creation: With the new “Monogram” setting, users can choose up to two letters to represent a contact. For instance, you can use initials or any two letters you prefer, which adds a unique visual identifier for each contact. Personalize it further by adjusting the color, background, and font style of the monogram. There’s even an “Inspire me” button that randomly selects different font and color combinations to make the monogram more visually appealing.
2. Emoji Option: The “Emoji” setting enables users to set any emoji as a contact image. Just tap the image circle to access an inbuilt emoji picker, which allows you to browse and select the perfect emoji. While you can only set one emoji per contact, the Monochrome setting lets you adjust the colors for dark or light themes, with the emoji outline adapting to the background for a neat, clean look.

These creative options add a touch of personalization and fun to your Google Contacts. While it’s still unknown when this feature will be available to everyone, it’s an exciting update for those who enjoy a visually engaging contact list. We’ll keep you updated on its wider release—so stay tuned for more customization options on your contacts app!