Replace all smileys with emojis

JackieChun

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Does anyone know of an add-on or script that will replace all existing smileys with emojis in a forum with lots of posts?

There is an add-on called "Foro.agency Replace smilies by HD Emojis," but it's not updated or supported anymore, and it only replaces smileys in future posts. I am looking to replace them in existing posts as well as going forward.
 
I have found a simple way to achieve this using XF's built-in Word Censor.

Just enter the old smiley code into the censor and then replace it with the emoji that you want:

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The old smiley text will be automatically replaced in all old and new posts, allowing a seamless transition from smilies to emoji. :)

You can also go back into the smilies section and delete the now-redundant entries. The censor will take it from there.
 
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