The Index Pointing Up: Dark Skin Tone emoji, represented by the Unicode 1FAF7, is a variant of the
Index Pointing Up emoji. It depicts a human hand with the index finger pointing upwards, and the dark skin tone signifies a person of African or Afro-Caribbean descent. The emoji is a combination of the Index Pointing Up emoji and the Dark Skin Tone modifier, which is used to create a more diverse range of human emojis.
The primary and most common uses for this emoji are to draw attention to something above in the conversation or to indicate the number one. It can also be used to express agreement or affirmation in a conversation. For example, in response to a statement or question, the Index Pointing Up: Dark Skin Tone emoji can be used to say "I agree" or "That's correct."
Beyond its most common uses, the Index Pointing Up: Dark Skin Tone emoji can be used to represent positive sentiments such as achievement, success, or being number one. It can also be used to indicate a direction or location, or to symbolize a raised hand in a classroom setting, signifying that the user has a question or comment.
The Index Pointing Up: Dark Skin Tone emoji is part of a broader cultural movement towards greater diversity and representation in digital communication. Its use is widespread across various platforms and demographics, particularly among individuals of African or Afro-Caribbean descent. It is a popular emoji for its versatility and its ability to convey a range of meanings depending on the context.
Related emojis include the other skin tone variations of the Index Pointing Up emoji, as well as other hand gesture emojis such as the Thumbs Up: Dark Skin Tone emoji and the OK Hand: Dark Skin Tone emoji. These emojis all share similar meanings of affirmation, agreement, or direction.
The Index Pointing Up: Dark Skin Tone emoji is used across various social media platforms and messaging apps, including Snapchat, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Its use can vary depending on the community or context. For example, in some online communities, it may be used to signify upvoting or liking a post or comment.