media
What does the media emoji mean?
Hit play and let the good times roll.
This pixel-art play button icon is a staple for Discord servers focused on gaming, music, or content creation. It serves as a universal signal to start a stream, watch a video, or initiate a group activity, blending a retro aesthetic with modern digital utility.
When to use it
- Signaling the start of a gaming session
- Requesting a link to a shared video
- Prompting friends to join a voice call
- Indicating that a media file is ready
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How to add this emoji
Add to Discord
- Click Add to my server above and pick a Discord server you manage (CommunityOne must be installed).
- Or download the file: open Discord → Server Settings → Emoji → Upload Emoji.
- Give it a name and save. You need Manage Server (or Create Expressions) permission.
Add to Slack
- Download the media image.
- Open the Slack emoji picker and click Add Emoji.
- Upload the file, name it, and save.
Add to Revolt/Stoat
- Download the media image.
- Open Server Settings → Emojis in Revolt or Stoat.
- Upload the file and name your new emoji.
Add to Guilded
- Download the media image.
- Go to Server Settings → Emotes in Guilded.
- Upload the file and give it a name.