| Emoji | Name | Meaning | Category | Codepoint | Shortcodes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 📶 | :antenna_bars: | Represents wireless signal strength or connectivity quality. | Symbols | U+1F4F6 | :antenna_bars: |
Meaning
The 📶 emoji depicts a series of bars that indicate the strength of a wireless signal, often seen on devices to show mobile network reception or Wi-Fi quality.
Common Uses
- Indicating mobile or internet connection status.
- Representing wireless or network signals in technology-related conversations.
- Discussing signal strength issues or service quality.
- Symbolizing connectivity in app interfaces or social media.
Examples
Got full bars 📶 now!
My signal is dropping 📶
Searching for network 📶
Related Emojis
- 📡 Satellite Antenna: for satellite communication signals rather than cellular.
- 📱 Mobile Phone: relates to device using cellular networks shown by bars.
- 📲 Mobile Phone with Arrow: often indicates sending or receiving calls/data via the network.
Technical Notes
Codepoint: U+1F4F6, introduced around Unicode 6.0 (2010). Appearance varies by platform but usually shows ascending bars from left to right. This emoji does not support skin tone variations.
FAQ
What does the 📶 emoji mean?
It shows wireless signal strength or connectivity status.
How is the 📶 emoji used?
Used to indicate network reception, discuss connectivity, or signal issues.
Does the meaning of the 📶 emoji change by context?
Primarily related to signal strength but can metaphorically represent connection or communication quality.