*️⃣ Keycap Asterisk Emoji Meaning
| Emoji | Name | Meaning | Category | Codepoint | Shortcodes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| *️⃣ | keycap_* | Represents an asterisk or star symbol on a keycap, used in notation or emphasis | Symbols | 2A FE0F 20E3 | :keycap_*: |
*️⃣
Meaning
This emoji shows an asterisk (*) inside a keycap, symbolizing a star or wildcard character. It is commonly used to indicate corrections, footnotes, or emphasize an item.
Common Uses
- Marking corrections or edits in messages
- Highlighting special notices or conditions
- Representing an unspecified or wildcard character
- Denoting footnotes or additional information
- Used in user interfaces to symbolize the asterisk key
Examples
Are you coming to the party?*️⃣
Please read the terms*️⃣ and conditions.
Use *️⃣ as a wildcard in your search.
Related Emojis
#️⃣ Keycap Number Sign:Similar keycap style but represents the number sign (#).⭐ Star:A star symbol but without the keycap frame and used generally as a rating or decoration.✳️ Eight-Spoked Asterisk:A decorative asterisk variant, different styling and usage.
Technical Notes
The emoji is formed by three codepoints: U+2A (Asterisk), U+FE0F (Variation Selector-16 for emoji style), and U+20E3 (Combining Enclosing Keycap). It appeared roughly in Unicode versions around 2010. Appearance can vary across platforms, with some showing a more square or rounded keycap around the asterisk. This emoji does not have skin tone or gender variants.
FAQ
What does the *️⃣ emoji mean? It displays an asterisk within a keycap, used for correction, emphasis, or as a wildcard.
How is the *️⃣ emoji used? It commonly highlights corrections, footnotes, or special notes in chats and documents.
Does the meaning of the *️⃣ emoji change by context? Yes, depending on context, it can mean a wildcard, a correction mark, or simply the asterisk key.
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