⭐ Symbol Emoticons
16 emoticons
Symbol emoticons are special Unicode characters that add visual flair and meaning to plain text. Stars, music notes, arrows, card suits, and check marks — these symbols work universally across devices and platforms.
Unlike regular emoticons that represent faces, symbol characters serve functional and decorative purposes. A check mark ✓ confirms completion, an arrow → points to what matters, and a star ★ marks something as important or favorited.
Card suit symbols ♠ ♣ ♥ ♦ are popular for gaming contexts, while music notes ♪ ♫ add a melodic touch to messages about songs, playlists, or concerts.
How to Use Symbol Emoticons
- -★ and ☆ work great for ratings, favorites, and highlighting important items.
- -♪ and ♫ add a musical mood — pair with song titles or concert talk.
- -✓ and ✗ are perfect for to-do lists and pass/fail indicators.
- -→ ← ↑ ↓ arrows are useful for navigation, directions, and drawing attention.
- -♠ ♣ ♥ ♦ complete a card suit set for poker and gaming conversations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I type a star symbol?
The easiest way is to copy it from here: ★ (filled star) or ☆ (hollow star). On Windows, you can also use Alt+9733 for ★ and Alt+9734 for ☆. On Mac, these are not available via keyboard shortcuts, so copying is the simplest method.
What is the difference between ★ and ☆?
★ is a filled (solid) star and ☆ is a hollow (outline) star. They are commonly used together for rating systems — for example, ★★★☆☆ for a 3 out of 5 rating.
Do symbol emoticons work on all devices?
Yes, these symbols are part of the Unicode standard and are supported on all modern devices, operating systems, and browsers. Unlike emoji which can look different across platforms, Unicode symbols render consistently everywhere.