One of the most delightful aspects of *Final Fantasy XIV*'s social scene is the incredible variety of emotes players can use to interact. This guide shows you how to obtain the charming Photograph emote.
As part of a collaboration with Fujifilm Instax, *Final Fantasy XIV*'s Patch 7.18 introduced a free, unique emote: "Photograph." This delightful addition lets you simulate taking photos anywhere in Eorzea.
Unlike many emotes locked behind quests or purchases (like the quirky "Pose of the Unbound"), the "Photograph" emote is instantly available in your Emote menu after downloading Patch 7.18. No level or expansion is required!
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How to Use the Photograph Emote in FFXIV
To use it, open your Emote menu ("Social" tab), find "Photograph" under "General," and press it. Your character will strike a pose and snap a Polaroid-style picture. Add it to your Favorites for easy access.
While not continuous or suitable for AFK activities, the Photograph emote is dynamic, usable underwater (like the Ruby Sea) and even while mounted (grounded or flying). It’s perfect for creating fun, *Inception*-esque moments with your character.
Patch 7.18 precedes the much larger Patch 7.2 (late March), bringing new dungeons, a return to the Arcadion, Cosmic Exploration, and more.
This concludes our guide to obtaining the Photograph emote in *Final Fantasy XIV*. See our other guides, including our *FFXIV* Moogle Treasure Trove Phantasmagoria event rewards guide.
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