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◽ White Medium-Small Square EmojiUnicode: 25FD

A white square emoji.

Released in The ◽ emoji was added as part of Unicode 6.0 in 2010 and subsequently incorporated into Emoji 1.0.

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Meaning and Interpretation

"The ◽ emoji symbolizes a white square block, often used in geometric shapes, patterns, or to convey a blank space or placeholder. Its size, smaller than a full square but larger than the smallest white square emoji, makes it versatile for different contexts related to symmetry, arrangement, or design."

Symbolism

  • Neutrality: A white square with medium-small dimensions that can represent something neutral or empty.
  • Structure: It can suggest visual structure or organization in layouts and designs.
  • Blank Space: Often used as a placeholder or to signify something incomplete.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • Arranging objects or items alongside other geometric shapes or color-coded elements.
  • Used in social media or messaging as a simple, non-intrusive separator or icon in layouts.
  • Aesthetically organizing content in creative text-based art or minimalistic graphics.

Usage Examples in Conversation

I like to keep my layouts clean and organized. Using ◽ helps me maintain that aesthetic.
Are you looking for more space in between the elements? Just add more ◽ for better separation.
I'm thinking of organizing the project files with clear labels. Something like this should work perfectly: ◽☑️◽
Today's tasks are: ◽ Finish the report ◽ Go to the gym ◽ Dinner with friends.
Here's the design plan ◽, we'll finalize the color scheme tomorrow!

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • Use the ◽ emoji sparingly in text messages to avoid overwhelming the conversation.
  • Great for geometric contexts, but be mindful that excessive use may confuse readers if there is no clear pattern.
  • Combine with similar emojis to build grids or layouts—e.g., with other colored squares.

Related Emojis

Black Medium-Small Square

A black square of the same size as the white version but opposite in color, frequently used for contrast.

White Large Square

A white square larger than ◽, used for a more prominent space or to represent a bigger block.

Black Large Square

Similar to ◽ but larger and in black, often used in conjunction with white geometric symbols in designs.

🔲

Black Square Button

A black square with a raised 3D effect, commonly used as a button or selection symbol.

🔳

White Square Button

The white counterpart to the black square button; often used in buttons or similar contexts.

🔲

Black Square Button

A black, button-like square that looks 3D and can represent a clickable element.

White Large Square

A bigger counterpart to the ◽, used in various designs where a larger white shape is needed.

◼️

Black Medium Square

A solid black square of medium size, often used for designs or geometric purposes.

▪️

Black Small Square

A very tiny black square, used mainly as bullets or point indicators in lists.

▫️

White Small Square

The smallest white square emoji, often used to represent dots or as a placeholder.