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☝️ Index Pointing Up Emoji — Meaning & Usage
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Description
Nothing beats an index finger pointing straight up, one of the most versatile hand emoji in the set. It serves triple duty: drawing attention to something posted above, indicating the number one or "one moment please," and making a point in an argument. In many cultures, pointing upward also carries religious significance, referencing heaven or a higher power.
When to Use
Use to emphasize a point, ask for attention, or indicate 'hold on.' Also means 'number one' or 'look up.'
Example Usage
- “One moment please ☝️”
- “This is important ☝️”
- “Number one! ☝️”
Popular Combinations
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Important notice
How Index Pointing Up looks across platforms
Open-source emoji designs. Each project maintains its own visual style — colors, shapes, and details may differ from what you see on your device.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does ☝️ mean in a text message?▼
Nothing beats an index finger pointing straight up, one of the most versatile hand emoji in the set. It serves triple duty: drawing attention to something posted above, indicating the number one or "one moment please," and making a point in an argument. In many cultures, pointing upward also carries religious significance, referencing heaven or a higher power. Use to emphasize a point, ask for attention, or indicate 'hold on.' Also means 'number one' or 'look up.' The tone can shift depending on context — a message to a friend reads differently than one to a coworker.
Where can I use ☝️?▼
You can use the Index Pointing Up emoji in any app or platform that supports Unicode emoji — including iMessage, WhatsApp, Telegram, Slack, Discord, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and email. It also works in documents, spreadsheets, and most modern software.
How is ☝️ encoded in Unicode?▼
The Index Pointing Up emoji is encoded as U+261d-fe0f in the Unicode Standard. In HTML, you can use ☝-fe0f; and in CSS content: "\261d-fe0f". This standardized encoding ensures it works consistently across the web.
What is the shortcode for ☝️?▼
On platforms like Slack and Discord, you can type `:point_up:` to insert the Index Pointing Up emoji. On GitHub, the same shortcodes work in issues and comments.
Unicode
U+261d-fe0f
Category
Smileys & People
Added
Unicode 1.0
Shortcodes
:point_up:Keywords
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When to Use ☝️ Index Pointing Up
Use to emphasize a point, ask for attention, or indicate 'hold on.' Also means 'number one' or 'look up.'
- •Send ☝️ when you want to express or reference "index pointing up" in a message — it instantly conveys the meaning without extra words
- •Use ☝️ in conversations about point or hand to add visual emphasis and make your point clearer
- •React with ☝️ Index Pointing Up on social media posts, stories, or comments related to index pointing up
- •Combine ☝️ with related emoji in captions or bios — works well when talking about point, hand, fingers
⌨️ Keyboard Shortcuts
Open your system emoji picker to type any emoji directly:
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