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⏺️ Record Button Emoji — Meaning & Usage
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Description
Feast your eyes on this red/black circle representing the record button. The universal symbol for starting a recording of audio, video, or other media content.
When to Use
Use for recording audio/video, going live, documenting something, or indicating that recording is in progress.
Example Usage
- “Recording now ⏺️”
- “Going live in 3... 2... 1... ⏺️”
- “Don't forget to hit record ⏺️”
Popular Combinations
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Recording a podcast
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Video recording
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Live recording
How Record Button 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does ⏺️ mean in a text message?▼
Feast your eyes on this red/black circle representing the record button. The universal symbol for starting a recording of audio, video, or other media content. Use for recording audio/video, going live, documenting something, or indicating that recording is in progress. 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 Record Button 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 "Record Button." 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 `:black_circle_for_record:` to insert the Record Button emoji. On GitHub, the same shortcodes work in issues and comments.
Unicode
U+23fa-fe0f
Category
Symbols
Added
Unicode 1.0
Shortcodes
:black_circle_for_record:Keywords
blackcircleforbluesquare
When to Use ⏺️ Record Button
Use for recording audio/video, going live, documenting something, or indicating that recording is in progress.
- •Send ⏺️ when you want to express or reference "record button" in a message — it instantly conveys the meaning without extra words
- •Use ⏺️ in conversations about black or circle to add visual emphasis and make your point clearer
- •React with ⏺️ Record Button on social media posts, stories, or comments related to record button
- •Combine ⏺️ with related emoji in captions or bios — works well when talking about black, circle, for
⌨️ Keyboard Shortcuts
Open your system emoji picker to type any emoji directly:
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