Emojis are one more tool to capture the attention of your audience on Instagram, but they are effective because they also show in some way moods or affect certain parts of the message enhancing its meaning.
Using them properly can make your posts more attractive and personal. However, using them in excess can be counterproductive, and detract from the seriousness of your publications and the perception that the public may have of you or your account or business.
Since emojis can convey emotions and messages quickly and effectively, they should be used to complement your text and to make it more immersive, but without infantilizing it. This means to make a prudent and very studied use of them.
However, if their use is correctly worked, including relevant emojis in your publications adds a touch of color, fun, or closeness, being able in many cases to encourage or at least increase interaction.
What is true, and has been well studied, is that as a psychological response, users in general tend to respond more to publications that include emojis, and are more likely to give them more likes, comments and shares.
It is important not to overuse them, but to find the right balance that reflects your brand and message. Experiment with different emojis to see which ones resonate best with your audience. You will know this if you carefully observe the metrics of your publications and you will be able to adjust your strategy with them.
Remember, emojis can be your perfect ally to improve your engagement and make your content stand out in a sea of publications, transmitting to your audience your mood when sharing a content or publication, and in general they create empathy if used wisely.