idk

Yellow 3D smiley face shrugging with hands out and wearing white sneakers.
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What does the idk emoji mean?

The ultimate expression of total indifference and confusion.

This classic 3D-rendered smiley, often referred to as the 'shrug' or 'idk' emoji, captures the quintessential feeling of having absolutely no clue. It is a staple in Discord and Slack communities for responding to impossible questions or awkward situations where words simply fail to convey the lack of knowledge.

When to use it

  • Expressing total confusion about a complex topic
  • Admitting you have no idea what happened
  • Responding to an awkward or weird question
  • Showing complete indifference to a situation

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How to add this emoji

Add to Discord
  1. Click Download PNG above to save the idk 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 idk 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 idk 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 idk image.
  2. Go to Server Settings โ†’ Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.