red square Emoji
The red square 🟥 is a bold colored block emoji often used to indicate emphasis or a marked area.
U+1F7E5
🟥 is the Red Square emoji. It’s commonly used as a simple visual marker in messages, designs, and interfaces. You can copy it directly or use its Unicode code point U+1F7E5.
red square Emoji Meaning
The 🟥 (Red Square, Unicode U+1F7E5) is a compact visual symbol that reads as a solid block of color. People commonly use it to represent “highlighted” or “selected” items, to label a category, or to draw attention to something in a list. Because it’s visually distinct and doesn’t require explanation, it’s also used as a placeholder marker in drafts and diagrams, and as a simple “status” indicator (for example, a red/attention style cue). In UI mockups or notes, it can stand in for a button tile, badge background, or map/grid cell color without adding extra text.
Common uses
- •Marking selected items in a checklist or menu preview
- •Creating a quick visual category label in chat or documentation
- •Signaling “attention needed” or a warning-style highlight in notes
- •Representing a colored grid cell in simple diagrams and layouts
- •Using as a block placeholder in writing drafts and UI mockups
Examples
🟥 Red Square (U+1F7E5)
- 🟥Status: 🟥 Action required
- 🟥Pick: Option A 🟥 Option B
- 🟥Selected cell: Column 3 🟥 Row 2
- 🟥Danger zone 🟥 Proceed with caution
- 🟥Category marker: 🟥 Bugs
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+1F7E5 | |
| HTML Entity | 🟥 | |
| HTML Code | 🟥 | |
| CSS | \1F7E5 | |
| Decimal | 128997 |
How to type red square Emoji (🟥)
On Windows
In Word, type 1F7E5 then press Alt + X. Or open the emoji picker with Windows key + period.
On Mac
Press Control + Command + Space to open Character Viewer and search for the character.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 1f7e5, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy 🟥 with the button above and paste it wherever you need it — this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.
FAQ
What does the red square emoji mean?
The 🟥 (Red Square, Unicode U+1F7E5) is a compact visual symbol that reads as a solid block of color. People commonly use it to represent “highlighted” or “selected” items, to label a category, or to draw attention to something in a list. Because it’s visually distinct and doesn’t require explanation, it’s also used as a placeholder marker in drafts and diagrams, and as a simple “status” indicator (for example, a red/attention style cue). In UI mockups or notes, it can stand in for a button tile, badge background, or map/grid cell color without adding extra text.
What is the Unicode code point for 🟥?
The red square emoji 🟥 has Unicode code point U+1F7E5.
How do I copy the red square symbol?
Copy the character 🟥 from this page. You can then paste it into documents, chat, or design tools.
What are the HTML and JavaScript values for 🟥?
HTML entity: 🟥. JavaScript escape: \\u{1F7E5}.
When should I use the red square instead of a red circle or a generic square?
Use 🟥 when you want a bold, rectangular block marker for labels, selection highlights, or grid-like layouts; a circle can feel softer, and a generic square may be less visually specific.