Sending and receiving mails on Google is about to get more interesting as a newly discovered set of codes discloses plans for Gmail to include emoji reactions soon. The Times of India reports that Steve Mosser first spotted this IOS Gmail update, and TheSpAndroid was the first to discover the update for Android. These sets of codes that give room for users to respond to emails using emojis were spotted in the IOS Gmail app.

Another piece of evidence has solidified the possibility of the emoji feature being included in Gmail. The latest Android Gmail APK, as reported by AssembleDebug, also includes some lines of codes that further buttress the upcoming feature. For these codes to be discovered both on IOS and Android, there’s a high chance of it being true.

Although details are scanty at the moment, a line from the code states that the update is coming soon. Another line also says,

“you are among the first Gmail users to get an emoji reaction.”

This suggests that the incoming feature may first be available to select users before it will be availed to the general public.

It is yet to be seen how Google is planning to implement emoji reactions in Gmail. However, AssembleDebug believes that users may be able to access the feature from the email screen or the three-dot overflow menu, which at this time is disabled.

It is also noteworthy that Microsoft Outlook already had this feature. Also, the Gmail emoji update may come with some restrictions, which include encrypted messages will not support reactions, messages can only support up to 20 emoji reactions from a single individual, email threads with “large groups” will not support reactions, emails received via BCC won’t support reactions, and Messages can only support up to 50 unique emoji reactions.

Google is yet to release an official statement about the emoji update on Gmail. However, The Verge reports that Google spokesperson Madison Cushman asked them to stay tuned when they reached out for confirmation.

Social media users are already reacting to the Gmail emoji update with some jokes about job applications. For instance, imagine sending a job application accompanied by a teary-eyed emoji. That’s not all. Now, think of the perfect emoji to use when your job application is turned down.