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#️⃣ Hash Key Emoji — Meaning & Usage
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Description
The hash or pound symbol (#) on a keycap, representing hashtags, numbers, or the pound key on phones. Essential for social media tagging and phone navigation.
When to Use
Use for hashtags, social media topics, phone key references, or programming comments.
Example Usage
- “Use the hashtag #️⃣trending”
- “Press pound #️⃣ to continue”
- “Number sign #️⃣”
Popular Combinations
#️⃣📱
Phone hashtag key
#️⃣🐦
Twitter hashtag
#️⃣🔥
Trending hashtag
How Hash Key looks across platforms
Open-source emoji designs. Each project maintains its own visual style — colors, shapes, and details may differ from what you see on your device.
Did You Know?
The #️⃣ keycap number sign is technically three code points: U+0023, U+FE0F, and U+20E3. Most "simple" emoji are actually multi-codepoint sequences.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does #️⃣ mean in a text message?▼
The hash or pound symbol (#) on a keycap, representing hashtags, numbers, or the pound key on phones. Essential for social media tagging and phone navigation. Use for hashtags, social media topics, phone key references, or programming comments. The tone can shift depending on context — a message to a friend reads differently than one to a coworker.
What is the official Unicode name for #️⃣?▼
Each emoji has an official name assigned by the Unicode Consortium, which may differ from common names used in apps. The Hash Key emoji's official designation is listed in the Unicode CLDR (Common Locale Data Repository). Shortcode names like those on Slack or Discord are platform-specific.
Can screen readers interpret #️⃣?▼
Yes. Screen readers announce emoji by their Unicode name, so #️⃣ would be read aloud as "Hash Key." When using multiple emoji in a row, screen readers read each one individually, which can be overwhelming — so use them sparingly in accessible content.
What is the shortcode for #️⃣?▼
On platforms like Slack and Discord, you can type `:hash:` to insert the Hash Key emoji. On GitHub, the same shortcodes work in issues and comments.
Unicode
U+0023-fe0f-20e3
Category
Symbols
Added
Unicode 1.0
Shortcodes
:hash:Keywords
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When to Use #️⃣ Hash Key
Use for hashtags, social media topics, phone key references, or programming comments.
- •Send #️⃣ when you want to express or reference "hash key" in a message — it instantly conveys the meaning without extra words
- •Use #️⃣ in conversations about keycap or to add visual emphasis and make your point clearer
- •React with #️⃣ Hash Key on social media posts, stories, or comments related to hash key
- •Combine #️⃣ with related emoji in captions or bios — works well when talking about keycap, , symbol
⌨️ Keyboard Shortcuts
Open your system emoji picker to type any emoji directly:
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Windows
Win + .🍎
Mac
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