index pointing up: dark skin tone
A pointing index finger from the right hand, pointing upwards, with a dark skin tone modifier.
There are different emoji meanings for index pointing up: dark skin tone in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Commonly used for highlighting, agreements ('this!'), or indicating a specific item or direction. Also used in voting or raising hands.
- East Asian culture
- Similar usage to Western culture. Can sometimes be interpreted as authoritative or demanding depending on context, though generally positive.
- General
- The skin tone modifier makes it more inclusive and representative of diverse users.