Tools
These emojis depict an assortment of tools that people use in their daily lives. There are emojis depicting tools used for construction, like hammers, saws, screwdrivers, and ladders. There are emojis depicting locks and keys, tools used to control access to physical locations. There are also emojis depicting various weapons (swords, guns, shields, etc), which are tools used to defend, attack, and hunt.
You can learn more about these tool emojis by clicking on the links below. You can also see screenshots of how these emojis are rendered on different platforms. And learn more about other related emojis.
- 🔒 lockedThe locked emoji shows a metal padlock in a fully locked position. If you see this on a door or locker, you’d better have the combination, or you’re not getting in!
- 🔓 unlockedIt’s unlocked so you don’t need a key. The unlocked emoji is used to express that something is unlocked and doesn’t need a key or password. You have full access.
- The locked with pen emoji is comprised of both a locked metal padlock and a pen. It can be used to refer to security in general or passwords.
- The Locked with Key emoji features a gold or silver padlock, locked tightly with a large key situated right next to the lock.
- 🔑 keyDo you hold the key to the lock? Without the key we can’t get in. The key can be the symbol of an actual key or a metamorphic key, used to unlock information about something, someone, or yourself.
- 🗝️ old keyYou have the key, now go find the chest so you can open it for the treasure. An old key is often used to talk about something antique or old fashioned. It can also be used metaphorically to speak on the key to unlocking information.
- 🔨 hammerA hammer is a heavy tool used to pound nails into a surface. In texting, this emoji may be used to really nail in your point.
- 🪓 axeThe axe emoji is depicted in various shades of red gray and brown. Each platform shows an axe head either white or grey, with a handle. You can use it to show that you’re chopping wood, or to reference how mad you may be.
- ⛏️ pickLooking for gold or just trying to get rid of some rocks? You’ll probably need a pickaxe. The pick emoji is used when talking about excavation and mining. Who knows you might find diamonds, silver or gold!
- Not to be confused for the hammer or pick emojis, this is the hammer and pick emoji. Featuring both tools in the shape of an X, these tools are used by miners.
- What tools do you have in your toolbox? If you are building something you’ll most likely need a hammer and a wrench. Use the hammer and wrench emoji when talking about your next construction project, fixing something, or tools.
- 🗡️ daggerReady for a Medieval or Shakespearian duel? This dagger emoji shows an old timey weapon used for short-range attack. Et tu Brute?
- The Crossed Swords emoji feature two serious looking blades, coming together and crossing over each other in an “X” shape.
- 🔫 pistolThe water pistol emoji is a very sinister one indeed. Use this water gun to threaten your friends that you’ll soak them with water if they don’t pay you back for coffee.
- Headed to Australia? Wanting to show off your mad boomerang skills? This is the emoji for you.
- If you use a bow and arrow, you can call yourself an archer! Be careful aiming at moving targets… they might come back to get you!
- 🛡️ shieldThe shield emoji shows a fantastical piece of armor used by fighters to protect them from attacks. The shield emoji can be used in any context of protection—mythical or not.
- Here we have your standard carpentry saw. The gray blade has a brown handle. It can be used to show you’re doing work around the house and sawing something.
- 🔧 wrenchHey there Mr. or Mrs. fix it, a wrench may come in handy when you are working on your next project. While this emoji is one size fits all, make sure you have the right size for your bolts!
- The screwdriver emoji isn’t the most common, but is definitely an integral addition to any toolkit. Send this to a friend when they complain that they need a hand building their new furniture and see if it does the trick.
- In the middle of a construction project? Needing to put something together? Wanting to get a little saucy and punny? Then, this image of a nut and bolt is right for you.
- ⚙️ gearThe gear emoji is a metal spoked device used in clocks or other machinery to link together different moving parts. This emoji can be used when talking about any kind of machinery or when chatting about industrial trends.
- 🗜️ clampThis emoji is a clamp, also known as a vice. The clamp is a tool that tightens on materials to secure them together.
- This emoji can have so many meanings. From justice, to finances, to being a symbol of the zodiac sign Libra. It is very versatile.
- The world can be a dangerous place for those who are blind. A white cane is a vital tool for those who are visually impaired to get around by themselves. Don’t turn a blind eye to someone with a white cane, if they need assistance help them out.
- 🔗 linkLet’s link up later and hang out! The link emoji shows two links of a chain. It can be used to talk about a chain, a social connection, a romantic pair, or even professional networking connections. This emoji could also be used to talk about a web link.
- ⛓️ chainsThe Chains emoji features two silver-colored, metallic chains, circular loops overlapping. The chains are vertically aligned next to one another.
- 🪝 hookThis golden hook emoji is not found across all platforms and devices, but its strong nautical energy makes up for that.
- 🧰 toolboxIf you are a builder you probably have a toolbox in your shed filled with tools to make that idea come to life. Whether you are talking about physical tools or metaphorical tools, this emoji can come in handy!
- 🧲 magnetThe magnet emoji is a red horseshoe shaped emoji with grey magnetic tips. Magnets are attractive things, so use this emoji when you’re feeling drawn to someone.
- 🪜 ladderIf you are climbing the corporate ladder, trying to change a lightbulb, or maybe are quite literally on a ladder, send this one out to your friends.
- Feeling like you need to inspect something closer? Looking for an excuse to play detective? Then, this emoji featuring a magnifying glass angled to the left may be the right option for you.
- Take a closer look with the magnifying glass tilted right emoji. This emoji is usually seen online as a toggle switch to zoom in and out of something. The magnifying glass titled right emoji can be used when talking about detectives, science, a search, or clarification.
- The flashlight emoji may be shown at different angles, in different colors, and at different levels of lit-ness, but one thing maintains: you have to have one on hand in case of a power outage!
- Things are getting too hot in here, better pull out the fire extinguisher to put out those flames.
- 🪧 placardIf you’re looking for a sign, this is it. The placard emoji shows a white sign with writing on it on a wooden post.
