download2 (Animated)

A blue circular loading spinner icon on a black background.
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What does the download2 emoji mean?

The universal symbol for waiting on the internet.

This classic loading spinner icon is a staple of digital communication, representing the universal frustration of buffering or slow internet connections. In Discord and Slack, it is commonly used to jokingly signal that someone is 'thinking' or that a conversation has hit a temporary standstill.

When to use it

  • Indicating that your brain is currently buffering
  • Joking about a slow internet connection speed
  • Signaling that you are waiting for a reply
  • Expressing confusion while processing new information

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How to add this emoji

Add to Discord
  1. Click Download GIF above to save the download2 image.
  2. Open Discord and go to Server Settings โ†’ 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 download2 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 download2 image.
  2. Open Server Settings โ†’ Emojis in Revolt or Stoat.
  3. Upload the file and name your new emoji.
Add to Guilded
  1. Download the download2 image.
  2. Go to Server Settings โ†’ Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.