Emoticons
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Emoticons
Overview
Emoticons are charming little faces and gestures used to enhance online communication. They help convey emotions that words alone might not express effectively. By using emoticons, writers can better communicate their intended feelings and attitudes in messages.
The Origin of Emoticons
Often called smileys, emoticons are based on the iconic round smiling face popularized in the late 1960s. Despite their simple design, emoticons can express a wide range of emotions, including happiness, joy, perplexity, anger, hurt, skepticism, and sadness.
How Are Emoticons Used?
Emoticons are versatile tools in many forms of online communication:
- Emails: Emoticons can be inserted into emails to enhance the emotional tone, provided the email’s format supports them. They can be repeated for emphasis or strategically placed throughout the message.
- Message Boards: On message boards, emoticons help convey the emotions behind comments, which is particularly valuable during discussions on controversial topics.
- Instant Messaging and Chat Rooms: In instant messaging, emoticons serve as quick, expressive shortcuts. For example, instead of typing "I love you," a sender might use a heart emoticon. When ending a conversation, a hugging or kissing emoticon can express affection or farewell.
Creating Emoticons
Basic emoticons can be crafted using simple keystrokes, especially in emails. Memorizing these keystrokes allows for quick insertion of commonly used emoticons.
Many platforms make it even easier by providing a menu of available emoticons. Users can select these with a mouse click, enhancing messages with rich emotional context. Instant messaging services typically offer a variety of emoticons, with options to purchase additional sets for expressing a broader range of feelings.
Emoticons remain a powerful tool for enriching digital communication, adding warmth and clarity to our online interactions.
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