"Guide to Obtaining Photograph Emote in FF14 Patch 7.18"

One of the most enjoyable aspects of the social culture in *Final Fantasy XIV* is the amazing variety of character emotes that players can use to further interact with each other. Here is a guide on how to obtain the Photograph emote in *Final Fantasy XIV*.

How to Unlock the Photograph Emote (Patch 7.18) in Final Fantasy XIV

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As part of an official collaboration with Fujifilm’s Instax, *Final Fantasy XIV*'s otherwise lightweight 7.18 patch has introduced a unique new emote available to all players at no cost. The "Photograph" emote is a delightful addition that lets you simulate taking photographs anywhere in Eorzea.

Unlike other emotes in the game, which are often locked behind quest objectives (like the quirky "Pose of the Unbound" emote) or require purchasing, the "Photograph" emote is automatically added to your Emote menu upon logging in after updating to the latest patch. There are no level or expansion purchase requirements to access this charming feature.

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How to Use the Photograph Emote in FFXIV

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To use the Photograph emote, navigate to your Emote menu under the "Social" tab, and locate the "Photograph" emote near the bottom of the list under the "General" tab. Select it, and your character will mimic using a Fujifilm-style camera to snap a Polaroid picture. If you plan on using this emote frequently, consider adding it to your Favorites for easy access.

Although the Photograph emote is a standard, non-continuous action not suited for "AFK" activities, its versatility allows you to use it in various settings, such as underwater in areas like the Ruby Sea or while mounted on both grounded and flying creatures. This feature can lead to some intriguing, *Inception*-style pose moments with your characters.

Patch 7.18 serves as the final update before the more substantial Patch 7.2, scheduled for late March. Players can look forward to new dungeons, a revisit to the Arcadion, Cosmic Exploration, and more in the upcoming update.

This guide concludes how to obtain the Photograph emote in *Final Fantasy XIV*. For more game content, check out our guide to all rewards for the *FFXIV* Moogle Treasure Trove Phantasmagoria event.

*Final Fantasy XIV is available now.*