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Blue spherical emoji with wide eyes and white hands shrugging in confusion.
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What does the an emoji mean?

The ultimate expression of pure, unadulterated confusion and total indifference.

This blue shrug emoji is a classic staple in internet culture, representing the universal feeling of 'I have no idea' or 'It is what it is.' It is frequently used in Discord and Slack channels when a user is faced with an absurd situation, a nonsensical question, or simply wants to signal that they are completely out of the loop.

When to use it

  • Expressing total confusion during a weird conversation
  • Admitting you have no idea what happened
  • Showing indifference to a nonsensical server drama
  • Responding to an unanswerable question with shrugs

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How to add this emoji

Add to Discord
  1. Click Download PNG above to save the an image.
  2. Open Discord and go to Server Settings → Emoji.
  3. Click Upload Emoji and choose the downloaded file.
  4. Give it a name and save. You need the Manage Emojis and Stickers permission.
Add to Slack
  1. Download the an image.
  2. Open the Slack emoji picker and click Add Emoji.
  3. Upload the file, name it, and save.
Add to Revolt/Stoat
  1. Download the an image.
  2. Open Server Settings → Emojis in Revolt or Stoat.
  3. Upload the file and name your new emoji.
Add to Guilded
  1. Download the an image.
  2. Go to Server Settings → Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.