| Emoji | Name | Meaning | Category | Codepoint | Shortcodes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 👇 | Backhand Index Pointing Down | Indicates direction or attention downward | Symbols | U+1F447 | :backhand_index_pointing_down: |
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Meaning
The 👇 emoji represents a hand with the index finger pointing downwards. It is commonly used to indicate something located below or to draw attention downward.
Common Uses
- To highlight text, links, or images placed below in chat or posts.
- In user interfaces to indicate downward movement or scrolling direction.
- To emphasize instructions or comments that refer to content below.
- As a nonverbal way to say “see below” or “check this out.”
- Occasionally used humorously or sarcastically to point at comments or replies underneath.
Examples
Check this out! 👇
More details below 👇
Don't miss this 👇
Related Emojis
- 👆 Backhand Index Pointing Up: points upward instead of down to indicate the opposite direction.
- 👉 Backhand Index Pointing Right: directs attention to the right side content.
- 👈 Backhand Index Pointing Left: points left, often used for navigation or reference.
- ⬇️ Down Arrow: a simpler symbol indicating downward direction without a hand gesture.
Technical Notes
This emoji is encoded as U+1F447 in Unicode and appeared in Unicode 6.0 around 2010. It belongs to the Symbols category. Users can choose from multiple skin tone variants to customize the hand color.
FAQ
- What does the 👇 emoji mean?
It signals to look or pay attention to something below.
- How is the 👇 emoji used?
Generally to indicate content or direction beneath the message or element.
- Does the meaning of the 👇 emoji change by context?
Its meaning adapts slightly depending on what it is pointing to but remains a directional prompt.