Yahoo Chat created a new way for users to identify with each other; animated avatars that the user can create. These avatars let users make a cartoon version of them self, and automatically adjust their facial expressions to what the user is typing. For instance, if the user types the phrase “lol” the avatar will giggle. If the user types in a Ascii frown the avatar will scowl. After 30 seconds or so the avatar will return to a preset facial expression that the user can change at any time. Yahoo avatars, also updates their clothing and accessory database regularly with new items for your avatar to wear. The avatar maker also allows users to “zoom in” on their avatar to show more or less of their creation. Backgrounds available to users include houses, clubs, outdoor scenes and special seasonal themes.