🦯 Probing Cane Emoji

Technical Details

Name

Probing Cane

Short Name

:probing_cane:

Unicode

U+1F9AF

Unicode Version

12.0

Release Year

2019

Category

Objects

Subcategory

Tool

Platform Support

Apple Google Twitter Facebook

Has Skin Tones

No

Platform Renderings

Unicode standard sample

Unicode

PROBING CANE emoji in Apple's design style - Unicode 1F9AF

Apple Style

PROBING CANE emoji in Google's design style - Unicode 1F9AF

Google Style

PROBING CANE emoji in Twitter's design style - Unicode 1F9AF

Twitter Style

PROBING CANE emoji in Facebook's design style - Unicode 1F9AF

Facebook Style

SVG Code

<svg width="128" height="128" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg">
  <text
    x="64"
    y="64"
    font-size="96"
    text-anchor="middle"
    dominant-baseline="middle"
    font-family="serif"
  >🦯</text>
</svg>

Emoji Meaning

Meaning

A white cane with a red tip, used by individuals with visual impairments for navigation. The cane is depicted as a long, thin stick with a curved handle and a prominent red tip. Symbolizes accessibility, support, and assistance for those with visual disabilities. Part of the Objects category, specifically under the tool subcategory.

Common Uses

  • Indicating visual impairment: 'Please be mindful of the person using a 🦯'
  • Offering assistance: 'Would you like help with your 🦯?'
  • Raising awareness: 'Accessibility tools like the 🦯 are essential for many.'

Example Sentences

  • Our building is equipped with ramps and tactile paving for those using a 🦯
  • Please offer your seat to anyone with a 🦯 on public transport.
  • The new app includes features to assist users with a 🦯 navigate the city.

Frequently Asked Questions