Shrug Emoji Text
The shrug emoji text ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ — tap to copy, or learn to type it yourself below.
The shrug emoji as text
The shrug text ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ is the most reliable way to say "I don't know" or "whatever" online. Unlike a picture emoji, this text emoji is made of characters, so it copies cleanly into chats, documents, terminals and code.
Type the shrug text yourself
- Windows: use PowerToys or an AutoHotkey rule mapping
shrug→ ¯\_(ツ)_/¯. - Mac: System Settings → Keyboard → Text Replacements.
- iPhone: Settings → General → Keyboard → Text Replacement.
- Android: Keyboard settings → Personal dictionary.
FAQ
What is the shrug emoji text?
The shrug emoji text is ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ — a kaomoji built from a Japanese katakana 'tsu' (ツ), two arms and two faces made of macrons and slashes. Because it is plain text, you can paste it anywhere.
How do I type the shrug text fast?
The quickest way is to copy it here. To type it yourself, set up a text replacement: map the word 'shrug' to ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ in your phone or computer keyboard settings.
Does the shrug text work on phones?
Yes — iPhone, Android, tablets and desktops all render the shrug text identically because it uses standard Unicode characters.