backhand index pointing right Emoji

๐Ÿ‘‰ ยท U+1F449 ยท Emoji 0.6

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What does the backhand index pointing right emoji mean?

Meaning reviewed and updated July 2026 ยท Unicode data from the official Unicode Standard

Backhand index pointing right is often used to direct attention or point to something, commonly used to say "look" or "check this out". Literally, it represents a hand with the index finger extended, pointing to the right, and can be used to indicate direction or to show the way. Figuratively, it can be used to point out a joke, a mistake, or an interesting fact, and in slang, it is often used to say "pay attention" or "look at this". It can also be used to imply "next" or "move on" in a conversation.

backhand index pointing right in every skin tone

This emoji takes a Fitzpatrick modifier. Click any tone to copy it.

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How the backhand index pointing right emoji is used

Texting and social media platforms like Twitter and TikTok are where this emoji is most frequently used, often to add a casual or humorous tone to a message or caption. The tone can range from playful and teasing to serious and instructional, depending on the context and the user's intention. On platforms like Instagram and YouTube, the emoji is often used in comments to engage with others or to respond to a post, and its use can vary across different age groups and online communities. In online forums and discussions, the emoji can be used to point out a relevant link or to direct others to a specific topic.

backhand index pointing right emoji examples

How to copy the backhand index pointing right emoji

To use the backhand index pointing right emoji, tap the Copy button above, then paste it (long-press then Paste on mobile, or Ctrl+V / Cmd+V on desktop) anywhere you can type: messages, captions, usernames, bios and documents. It copies the real Unicode character (U+1F449), so it works on every app and platform, no download needed.

backhand index pointing right emoji on different platforms

How the backhand index pointing right emoji looks across emoji sets. These designs come from openly-licensed sets (Twemoji, Google Noto, OpenMoji). See image credits.

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Twitter / X (Twemoji) design
Twitter / X (Twemoji)
Google Noto Color Emoji design
Google Noto Color Emoji
OpenMoji design
OpenMoji

backhand index pointing right Emoji Details

Emoji๐Ÿ‘‰
Namebackhand index pointing right
CategoryPeople & Body
CodepointsU+1F449
Shortcode:backhand_index_pointing_right:
Emoji version0.6
Unicode version0.6
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backhand index pointing right Emoji FAQ

What does the backhand index pointing right emoji mean?

Backhand index pointing right is often used to direct attention or point to something, commonly used to say "look" or "check this out". Literally, it represents a hand with the index finger extended, pointing to the right, and can be used to indicate direction or to show the way.

How do I copy and paste the backhand index pointing right emoji?

Tap the Copy button at the top of this page, then paste ๐Ÿ‘‰ wherever you type. Because it copies the real Unicode character, it works in every app on iPhone, Android, Windows and Mac.

What is the backhand index pointing right emoji Unicode codepoint?

It is U+1F449, introduced in Emoji version 0.6 (Unicode 0.6). Its shortcode is :backhand_index_pointing_right:.

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