Template:Emoticon/doc
The {{emoticon}} template is meant to show emoticons graphically. It is for use in discussion pages ONLY, as emoticons are not appropriate for standard entries.
Instead of writing:
- This is a neat idea :)
You can write:
- This is a neat idea
Usage
{{emoticon| :) }}
Where ":)" can be replaced with any available emoticon, as shown below. If an unrecognized emoticon is used the template will display nothing.
Example
You should use emoticons sparingly {{emoticon|>:(}}
Will display:
You should only use emoticons sparingly 
Available emoticons
| Text | Image | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| :) | 
|
"smiley" |
| ;) | 
|
"wink" |
| :P | 
|
"foolish" |
| :D | 
|
"happy" |
| :( | 
|
"sad" |
| >:( |
|
"angry" |
| :\ | 
|
"unsure" |
| >:D | 
|
"devilish" |
| :-O | 
|
"shocked/surprised" |
| applause | 
|
"applause" |