What Do Icons And Symbols Mean On Telegram

Telegram DMs and Group Icons Meaning

Here are icons and symbols you may encounter when you are messaging someone on Telegram one to one or in a group:

Note: In WhatsApp, the grey double-check icon means the message was sent, and the blue double-check icon means the message was read. Telegram works a little differently where double-check icon color doesn’t change color. No ‘delivered’ status icon because you can use Telegram on multiple devices immediately. We have a separate guide for WhatsApp icons and symbols.

Apart from the above, you may encounter some other icons occasionally.

Red exclamation mark: The message was not uploaded to Telegram servers after trying for more than 5 minutes. Tap on the icon to try resending the message. Eye icon with a number next to it: The number of times someone saw that message.

If you see a clock icon next to plus icon (2), tapping on that will reveal all your recently used emojis for quick access. The cross icon will clear all recently used emojis from your history.

Did You Know: You can both sync and export contacts from Telegram?

Telegram Chat Screen Symbols

1. How to check seen time of the message sent on Telegram? Tap and hold on the message to check the Read time and date.
2. What if the message is sent but the recipient chooses not to read my message? How do I know? Again, you will only see a single check and there is no way to find out. Pro Tip: You can copy Telegram profile links, group and channel links, and even link to the messages sent by someone easily. Learn how right now.