How to Easily Rename AirTag and Change Its Emoji

If you have ordered Apple’s newest item-tracking accessory for yourself, you should know that there are a couple of ways to customize it. Aside from the ordering process or accessories, the real customization starts with the software. Apple has given you the option to rename your AirTag and even change its emoji to better depicting the item that it will keep track of. Let’s see how you can do it.

This is How You Can Easily Rename Your AirTag and Change Its Emoji – Simple Steps

Before we dive in and detail how you can rename the AirTag or change the emoji, you should know that you can set a default name of Apple’s item tracking accessory upon initial setup. However, you can always change the name and emoji in the Find My app later on. It is not surprising to note that the use case of an AirTag might vary with time and your preference. This is where you should rename the AirTag and change its emoji.

If you are unfamiliar with the method, follow the step-by-step instructions on how to rename the AirTag and change its emoji.

1. Launch the Find My app.

2. Head over to the Items tab.

3. Select the AirTag that you want to rename.

4. Scroll down and tap on ‘Rename Item.’

5. Enter a New Name for your AirTag. (You have the option to choose from one of the presets).

6. Tap on Done.

This is all that you have to do in order to rename your AirTag. If you want to change the emoji that better depicts the item that is being tracked, follow the instructions below. The instructions are more or less similar, but it is always better to know the exact moves.

1. Launch the Find My app.

2. Navigate to the Items tab.

3. Tap on the AirTag that you want a different emoji for.

4. Scroll down and select ‘Rename Item‘.

5. Now, tap on the Circular Emoji Section in the text field.

6. Choose the new emoji from the emoji picker.

7. Tap on Done.

There you have it. You have now successfully renamed your AirTag and changed its emoji to something that better corresponds to the belonging. Take note that it is always better to rename the AirTag or change the emoji to something that is not common or used before with other AirTags. This way, you will know what item to track.

Did you find the guide helpful? You can pair up to 16 AirTags with your account. How many AirTags have you paired with your Apple ID? Share your views with us in the comments.

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