Loading (Animated)

Loading spinner icon consisting of a circle of gray segments.
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What does the Loading emoji mean?

When your brain is still buffering, this is the perfect way to signal that you're processing.

This classic loading spinner emoji is a staple in digital communication, representing the universal experience of waiting for content to load. It is frequently used in Discord and Slack to jokingly imply that someone is slow to respond, having a 'laggy' moment, or simply trying to process a complex thought.

When to use it

  • -ing indicating that you are currently thinking
  • -ing teasing friends for their slow responses
  • -ing showing that your brain is lagging
  • -ing expressing frustration with slow internet speeds

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How to add this emoji

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