Why Can’t I React To Instagram Messages With Emojis?
This issue can arise due to a multitude of reasons. These include but are not limited to:
An outdated version of the applicationOverloaded cache memoryPoor internet connectionBugs in the application
Whatever the cause of this issue might be, following the solutions listed below will resolve the issue. READ MORE: How To View Instagram Without Account in 2024 [2 Methods] ➜
Solutions For Being Unable to React To Instagram Messages With Emojis
1. Logging in and out of your Instagram account
The very first solution to this problem is to simply log off your Instagram account, wait a while, and then log back in. The step-by-step procedure is as follows: READ MORE: How to Comment GIFs on Instagram Posts in 4 Easy Steps ➜
2. Checking Internet Connection
The next thing you should do is check your internet connection. Multiple reports claim that the issue was linked to a slow and unstable internet connection and once that was resolved so was the issue. If your internet is acting up, you must have noticed it by now. However, you can also run an OOkla speed test and see if your internet speed is adequate. In case it isn’t, report the issue to your ISP and temporarily shift over to another network such as mobile data.
3. Forcestop the Instagram application
If the above solution does not work, you should force-stop the Instagram application. Doing so should resolve any minor bugs present in the application. The process is a bit different for Android and iOS, follow the steps of your respective device.
↪ On Android
↪ On iPhone
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4. Reinstalling the Instagram Application
The next step would be to uninstall the Instagram application and then reinstall it. Reinstalling the application will ensure that you are using the latest version of it available. The process is almost the same for both Android and iOS. However, we have still mentioned them separately to avoid any confusion.
↪ Android
↪ iPhone
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5. Make Sure The Other Person is Following You
Another cause of this issue can be that both the participants of the chat are not following each other. Some privacy settings may be enabled on your account, not allowing you to react to messages of a certain chat. You can cross-check this by trying to react to a chat from an account you follow and that follows you back. In case, you find this to be the cause, either follow back that person or ask them to follow you.
6. Submitting a Report to Instagram
If none of the solutions have worked for you, as a last resort you should submit a report to Instagram. The process is as follows: READ MORE: How to Contact Snapchat Support in 2024 [4 Different Ways]
Conclusion
Hopefully, the issue you were facing has been resolved by now. In case of any query or a helpful suggestion, feel free to drop it down below. Until next time. Ciao
