YouTried

Gold star with the white text you tried written above and below it.
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What does the YouTried emoji mean?

The ultimate participation trophy in digital form for when someone gives it their best shot but falls short.

The 'You Tried' star is a classic internet meme used to sarcastically or gently acknowledge someone's failed effort. It originated as a parody of gold star stickers given to children for achievements, turning the reward into a humorous critique of mediocrity. In Discord and Slack, it is the go-to reaction for bungled attempts, bad takes, or funny failures.

When to use it

  • Acknowledging a friend's hilariously failed attempt
  • Reacting to a bad take in chat
  • Mocking a minor mistake with lighthearted sarcasm
  • Offering a participation trophy for bad effort

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How to add this emoji

Add to Discord
  1. Click Download PNG above to save the YouTried image.
  2. Open Discord and go to Server Settings → 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 YouTried 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 YouTried 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 YouTried image.
  2. Go to Server Settings → Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.