Instagram Direct Messages (DMs) have various icons that represent different features and statuses within the messaging interface. Here are some of the key icons and their meanings:
Paper Airplane Icon: This is the main icon used to access your Direct Messages. Tapping on it takes you to your DM inbox.
Chat Bubble Icon: Represents a message thread. You’ll see this icon next to conversations that have unread messages or new activity.
Camera Icon: This icon allows you to send photos or videos directly from your camera or library in a DM.
Plus (+) Icon: This icon lets you add and send media, such as images, videos, or GIFs, from your device.
Heart Icon: This represents likes on messages or media shared in a conversation.
Check Marks:
- One check mark: Your message has been sent.
- Two check marks: Your message has been delivered to the recipient.
Two blue check marks: The recipient has read your message.
Typing Indicator (three dots): This appears when the person you’re messaging is currently typing a response.
Video Camera Icon: This indicates the option to start a video chat with the person you are messaging.
Voice Message Icon: This allows you to send a voice message instead of typing.
Story Icon: Indicates that the user has posted a new story. You can tap on this to view their story directly from the DM.
Block/Restrict Icon: This icon allows you to block or restrict a user from sending you messages.
Report Icon: This icon allows you to report a conversation or specific messages if you feel they violate Instagram’s community guidelines.
These icons are designed to enhance user interaction within the Instagram platform, making communication easier and more intuitive. Understanding these icons can help you navigate your messages more effectively.