What Do the ✅ ✔️ (Check Mark) Emojis Mean & How Do You Use Them?

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Sending the check mark emoji (✅ or ✔️) is a quick and easy way to say something along the lines of, “Done!” or “Looks good!” This emoji is usually a pretty positive sign, and we’re here to tell you exactly how to use it in your texts and messages. We’ll also give you some alternative emojis to use instead of the check mark that carry similar meanings.

Things You Should Know

  • Sending the ✅ or ✔️ (check mark) emojis can mean that you’ve successfully completed a task and/or are proud of finishing something on your to-do list.
  • Adding ✅ or ✔️ is also a way to show approval or confirm that something is true.
  • When someone sends you ✅ or ✔️ to say they've finished something, send them a sincere message praising them for their hard work and a job well done.
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✅ & ✔️ (Check Mark) Emoji Meanings & Uses

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  1. When you want to tell someone that you’re getting things done on your to-do list, send one of the check mark emojis to show them that you’ve successfully completed a task. In addition to that, if you promised someone that you’d do something for them, send ✅ or ✔️ when you’re done to let them know that you kept your promise. [1]
    • “Readings for Psych 101 ✅ Report for English ✅ Now I just have to finish editing my presentation 👍”
    • “I picked up your dress from the dry cleaner! ✔️😘”
    • “I finally went to the bank ✅ One less thing to worry about 😅”
  2. Sending a check mark emoji is a short way of telling someone, “That’s right!” For example, if they’re trying to confirm details for something you planned together, send ✅ or ✔️ to let them know that they have the right information. [2]
    • Them: We’re still leaving at 7 right?
      You: Yep ✅
    • Them: Did Joe say he was going to come too?
      You: Yeah. He texted me saying he’ll meet us soon ✔️
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  3. Sending one of the check mark emojis is like adding your stamp of approval. If the person you’re messaging is asking for permission to do something, you might send ✅ or ✔️ to give them the go-ahead. Or, add the check mark to your text to express how much you like something. [3]
    • Them: Can I post this photo of us on my Instagram? 😁
      You: Yeah, go ahead ✅👍 It looks cute!
    • “Look at these shoes I bought the other day 😍 These are going to be my new favorite things ✅”
    • “This phone I got is just ✔️👌 It’s literally perfect.”
  4. If you just got done doing something and are particularly proud of your achievement, send ✅ or ✔️ to express those happy and satisfied feelings. For example, maybe you got a good grade on a test, finished a book that you’ve wanted to read forever, or did something a bit out of your comfort zone.
    • “I got an A on my final exam!! ✅🤩”
    • “I finally did the adult thing and called to set up a doctor's appointment on my own ✔️😤”
    • “I spent all of Saturday cleaning the house from top to bottom. I’ve never felt so accomplished and exhausted lol ✅😵‍💫”
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Responding to ✅ & ✔️ (Check Mark) Emojis

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  1. If someone is texting you to announce that they’ve successfully crossed things off their to-do list or achieved something pretty impressive, be sure to send your sincerest congratulations. Include lots of happy emojis and tell them how great of a job they’ve done. [4]
    • “Awesome! 😄 You did such a good job! 🎉”
    • “Omg I’m so proud of you! 🥰❤️”
    • “It must feel so nice to get some stuff done 😊 Now you’ll have more time to relax 😴”
  2. If someone is sending you a check mark emoji to confirm information about something you asked or give you permission to go ahead and do something, be sure to send them a thanks in reply. Throw in some smiley faces and hearts too to express your gratitude.
    • “Thanks for letting me know! 🥰”
    • “Awesome! Thanks for your help 😊”
    • “You’re the best! 💛😘”
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Similar Emojis

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  1. Use it to signify that you've completed a task, to confirm or approve of something, or to show that you're proud of an accomplishment.
    • This is also sometimes referred to as a ballot box with a check emoji.
  2. When you want to give someone the go-ahead to do something or express how much you like something, send 👍. Just like the check mark, the thumbs-up emoji is a clear positive sign to anyone that you’re satisfied or content with whatever’s being discussed. [5]
    • Them: Can I borrow your notes from the day I was absent?
      You: Yeah sure 👍 I’ll send them to you in a minute.
    • “This new cafe my friend and I went to was so good 👍 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
  3. Just like how you would use ✅ or ✔️, use 👌 to confirm information when someone asks you a question. It’s like saying, “You got it" or "That’s right” in one convenient emoji. It can also be a way to let someone know that you finished a task. For example:
    • Them: We’re still good to hang out on Friday, right?
      You: Yep 👌 I’ll pick you up around 8.
    • Them: Did you already clean the bathroom?
      You: Yeah it’s done 👌 We just have to vacuum and then we’ll be ready.
  4. When someone asks you to do a favor or help them with something, send the 🫡 emoji to let them know that you hear them loud and clear and will do what you can to help. For example:
    • Them: Would you be free on Saturday to help me move?
      You: Sure thing 🫡 Just let me know what time I should come.
    • Them: Did you finish the project?
      You: Working on it now 🫡 Don’t worry, it’ll be done way before the deadline 😄
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      References

      1. ↑ https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/six_tips_for_reading_emotions_in_text_messages/
      2. ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/click-here-for-happiness/201710/6-tips-for-decoding-emotions-in-text-messages
      3. ↑ https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/six_tips_for_reading_emotions_in_text_messages/
      4. ↑ https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/six_tips_for_reading_emotions_in_text_messages/
      5. ↑ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2451958822000537

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