Paperclip Emoji ๐
| Name | Paperclip |
|---|---|
| Category | Objects |
| Shortcode | :paperclip: |
| Unicode | U+1F4CE |
| Also known as | documents, stationery, clippy |
What does the Paperclip emoji ๐ mean?
A single silver paperclip, the everyday clip for holding sheets of paper together. Digitally it's the symbol for an attachment, the file clipped onto an email or message. It can also nod to office life or spark nostalgia for the old on-screen assistant that looked like one.
How people use Paperclip ๐
Used in messages and captions about attached files, links, or documents, often as 'see attached' shorthand. Also appears in workplace humor and office-themed posts.
- Sent over the contract ๐ let me know if it didn't come through
- Full report attached ๐ the summary's on page one
- Me forwarding one email with fourteen attachments ๐๐๐
Paperclip emoji - frequently asked questions
What does the ๐ paperclip emoji mean?
It represents an attached file or document, borrowing the paperclip icon used for attachments in email and messaging apps.
When do people use the ๐ emoji?
When mentioning an attachment, link, or file they're sending, and sometimes in office or work-related jokes.
How to copy and paste the Paperclip emoji
Tap the Copy button or the ๐ above to copy it to your clipboard, then paste it with Ctrl+V (Windows) or Cmd+V (Mac) on Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp, Discord, and anywhere else.