paperclip Emoji
The paperclip symbol 📎 represents attachment, linking, and sharing documents or files.
U+1F4CE
📎 is the Paperclip emoji, commonly used to indicate an attachment or a linked resource. It’s helpful for UI hints, documentation, and messages where you want to signal “included with this.”
paperclip Emoji Meaning
The 📎 (Paperclip) symbol is most widely used to represent a file attachment or something being included with a message—such as a document, image, or downloadable resource. It can also suggest “linking” or “referencing” something that goes with the current content, especially in chat interfaces, email-style UI, and help text. In design, it’s often used as a quick visual cue for uploading, attaching, downloading, or referencing supporting materials (e.g., “see attached brochure”). Because it’s clear at a glance, it works well in button labels, status notes, and documentation.
Common uses
- •Labeling an attached file in chat or email-style messages
- •Indicating downloadable resources in website interfaces
- •Signaling “see attached document” in support or help pages
- •Tagging linked documents in project management notes
- •Annotating posts or comments that include an extra file or reference
Examples
📎 Paperclip Symbol Copy & Unicode Info
- 📎Please find the report attached 📎
- 📎Download the invoice 📎
- 📎For details, see the attached file 📎
- 📎We’ve included the style guide with your order 📎
- 📎Attachments are available below 📎
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+1F4CE | |
| HTML Entity | 📎 | |
| HTML Code | 📎 | |
| CSS | \1F4CE | |
| Decimal | 128206 |
How to type paperclip Emoji (📎)
On Windows
In Word, type 1F4CE 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 1f4ce, 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 📎 paperclip symbol usually mean?
It most often indicates an attachment or included file/resource, and sometimes a linked document or reference.
How do I copy the 📎 symbol?
Copy the character directly from this page. You can also use the provided Unicode (U+1F4CE) or escape sequences in code.
What is the Unicode code point for 📎?
The Unicode code point is U+1F4CE.
Can I use 📎 in HTML and programming languages?
Yes. Use the HTML entity 📎 or the provided CSS escape \\1F4CE and JavaScript escape \\u{1F4CE}.