One of the most delightful aspects of the social culture in *Final Fantasy XIV* is the wide array of character emotes that players can use to enhance their interactions. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to unlock and use the new Photograph emote introduced in Patch 7.18.
How To Unlock the Photograph Emote (Patch 7.18) in Final Fantasy XIV
As part of an exciting collaboration with Fujifilm’s Instax, *Final Fantasy XIV*'s Patch 7.18 introduces a unique new emote for all players, completely free of charge. The "Photograph" emote adds a charming touch, allowing you to simulate taking photos anywhere in Eorzea.
Unlike many other emotes in the game, which are often locked behind quest objectives or require a purchase, the "Photograph" emote is automatically available in your Emote menu as soon as you log in after downloading the latest patch update. There are no level or expansion purchase requirements to unlock this delightful emote.
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How To Use the Photograph Emote in FFXIV
To use the Photograph emote, navigate to your Emote menu under the "Social" tab. You'll find the "Photograph" emote near the bottom of the list under the "General" tab. Select it, and your character will pull out a Fujifilm-style camera to take a Polaroid picture. If you plan on using it frequently, consider adding it to your Favorites for easy access.
Although the Photograph emote is a standard one and not suitable for continuous "AFK" activities, it's versatile enough to be used in various scenarios and environments. You can capture moments underwater in places like the Ruby Sea or even while atop a mount, whether grounded or flying.
This emote can lead to some intriguing, *Inception*-style pose moments with your characters. Patch 7.18 is the final update before the content-rich Patch 7.2, set to release in late March. Players can look forward to new dungeons, a return to the Arcadion, Cosmic Exploration, and more.
That wraps up our guide on how to get and use the Photograph emote in *Final Fantasy XIV*. For more content related to the game, check out our guide to all rewards for the *FFXIV* Moogle Treasure Trove Phantasmagoria event.
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