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⬜⬜ White Large Square EmojiUnicode: 2B1C
A white square emoji.
Released in First introduced by Unicode in 2010 as part of Unicode 6.0 and officially added to the Emoji keyboard.
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Meaning and Interpretation
"The ⬜ White Large Square emoji represents a large white square block. It is a simple, geometric shape often used to convey neutrality, emptiness, simplicity, or a placeholder for information. More abstractly, it can symbolize clarity and minimalism."
Symbolism
- Neutrality and balance: The white color and geometric form represent neutrality and an absence of bias.
- Clean space: Associated with minimalism and simplicity, indicating a clean, blank area.
- Placeholder or empty content: Often used to symbolize something that needs to be filled or could be left blank.
Common Usage Scenarios
- Used as a design element in text to break up paragraphs, headings, or lines.
- Employed when you want to represent something neutral, empty, or undecided.
- Used in creative texts or designs that involve minimalist or geometric themes.
Usage Examples in Conversation
I’m ready for a fresh start today ⬜😄
This design feels perfect - clean and minimal ⬜
Let’s keep this space blank for now ⬜, we can decide later.
I'm still unsure about this... probably going with a neutral decision ⬜.
My new apartment is so empty! Just blank walls everywhere ⬜.
Usage Guidelines and Etiquette
- Avoid overusing it in texts where color differentiation is important, as its neutrality can be misinterpreted.
- Use it thoughtfully in designs to maintain a clean look without making the content feel too sparse.
- Choose this emoji when a neutral, undecorated, or blank meaning is appropriate.
Related Emojis
Black Medium Small Square
A black square emoji that contrasts with the white version, often used to represent different thoughts or areas.
Black Large Square
The black counterpart to the white large square, symbolizing darkness, formality, or negativity.
White Square Button
A hallow white square button, often used for designs that infer simplicity or emptiness.