| Emoji | Name | Meaning | Category | Codepoint | Shortcodes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ◼ | Black Medium Square | Represents a solid black square used for emphasis or design | Symbols | U+25FC | :black_medium_square: |
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Meaning
The black medium square emoji displays a filled black square. It serves as a simple, geometric symbol often used for emphasis, marking, or abstract graphic representation.
Common Uses
- Highlighting points or items in text or lists.
- Representing buttons or toggles in user interfaces.
- Serving as a neutral shape for geometric or design purposes.
- Used in chats to indicate a block or stop concept.
- Visual placeholder or marker in messages.
Examples
◼ Task completedChoose option ◼◼◼◼
Related Emojis
- ⬛ Black Large Square – a larger filled black square for similar uses with greater emphasis.
- ▪ Black Small Square – a smaller black square often used as bullet points.
- ⬜ White Large Square – an unfilled counterpart for contrast or alternate design.
- ◾ Black Medium Small Square – a smaller variant for finer detail or differentiation.
Technical Notes
The black medium square emoji corresponds to Unicode codepoint U+25FC. It was introduced in Unicode versions around the early 1990s. Appearance is consistent across platforms as a solid black square with minor stylistic differences.
FAQ
What does the ◼ emoji mean?
A solid black square symbol used for visual emphasis or marking.
How is the ◼ emoji used?
In lists, UI elements, or as a graphical indicator in messages.
Does the meaning of the ◼ emoji change by context?
Its meaning can vary slightly depending on usage but generally represents a block or marker.