idle

Yellow circle with a darker orange center representing the idle status icon.
Used in 3 servers · Free for your Discord server

What does the idle emoji mean?

The ultimate status indicator for when you are just hanging out in the void.

This classic yellow circle is the quintessential Discord indicator for an idle user status. It represents the state of being logged in but inactive, often used to signal that you are around but not actively participating in the conversation. It is a staple of digital communication, instantly recognizable to anyone who uses chat platforms.

When to use it

  • Signaling that you are away from keyboard
  • Indicating you are AFK for a moment
  • Showing you are lurking in the channel
  • Representing a passive status in group chats

Also known as: :ARLOX17:

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How to add this emoji

Add to Discord
  1. Click Add to my server above and pick a Discord server you manage (CommunityOne must be installed).
  2. Or download the file: open Discord → Server Settings → Emoji → Upload Emoji.
  3. Give it a name and save. You need Manage Server (or Create Expressions) permission.
Add to Slack
  1. Download the idle 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 idle 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 idle image.
  2. Go to Server Settings → Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.