# iShrug: Kaomoji and ASCII Art — Text Art for Messages

> Collection of text art for messages, including shrugs, emotions, and animals. (iPhone/iPad app by Pavel Dubov.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ishrug-kaomoji-and-ascii-art/id1194298361 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pavel Dubov](https://appshunter.io/developer/719527877)
- Category: Stickers, Social Networking, Emoji & Expressions, Animals & Nature
- Price: $0.99 (on sale, was $1.99)
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 89 App Store ratings · 46 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 18 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-01-12
- Data updated: 2026-08-09
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ishrug-kaomoji-and-ascii-art/id1194298361/reviews.md

## What is iShrug?

"Those who want to do more with Messages. No matter how many sticker apps you have, there’s always room for original text art. Just tap to add to your message and send." – AppAdvice.com

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/ > SURPRISE YOUR FRIENDS WITH ORIGINAL TEXT ART!

The largest collection includes:
¯\_(ツ)_/¯  Shrug & amusing emotions
 =^･ｪ･^=   Cute animals (cats, bears, dogs etc.)
ヾ(-_- )ゞ  Different actions and more!

HOW TO USE iSHRUG:

iShrug will show up in the app drawer in the Messages app (like stickers)
1. Open an existing conversation thread in Messages or start a new conversation.
2. Tap on the App Store icon next to the conversation box and then tap on the tree dots to open your app drawer, which houses all installed iMessage apps and stickers.
3. Tap on the iShrug icon (ツ)
4. Select your favourite text art and send

MANAGING:

1. Open Messages and tap the Compose button to start a new message. Or go to an existing conversation.
2. Swipe left over the app drawer and tap the More button .
3. Tap Edit button to manage or reorder stickers. Or swipe left over the app to Delete.

If the stickers won't open, re-open Messages app (swipe-up and open again).

EXTRAS:

Don't forget to check out our other sticker packs! Enjoy!

## Key features

- Largest collection of text art
- Shrugs and amusing emotions
- Cute animals (cats, bears, dogs)
- Different actions and more
- Easy integration with Messages app
- Simple tap-to-send functionality

## Recent user reviews (10 of 46)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ishrug-kaomoji-and-ascii-art/id1194298361/reviews.md

### 4/5 — How to uninstall if needed!

*2025-08-01, version 2.6*

Overall the app is ok, not a massive collection but they work. 

But for people who are struggling to uninstall this here is how. 

Settings > Apps > Messages > iMessage Apps.

It really confused me as it didn’t install an app that I could uninstall.

### 5/5 — Awesome and Fun

*2025-07-31*

Such a fun and cool app! Really enjoyed using it — big thanks to the developer! 🙌🔥

### 5/5 — It works ᕕ( ᐛ )ᕗ

*2025-06-05*

This thing works if it doesn’t immediately pop up just exit and open back up iMessages which then reloads it. Overall it has a pretty wide selection and is something convenient to have around at times :)

### 5/5 — One of my fav sticker apps

*2025-03-23*

Like all of them, would like more  🙂

### 1/5 — doesn’t work

*2024-02-13*

Doesn’t show up in the stickers section of my messages, so that’s $2 down the drain. Not sure how to get a refund but if someone who works for this app can see this, I’d like one.

**Developer response:** Hi! Here's how to find the app:
1. Open the Messages app on your iPhone running iOS 17. 
2. Instead of apps appearing above the keyboard, tap the (+) icon to the left of the text field. 
3. You’ll see the main 6 native apps first. 
4. Swipe up or tap the More button to see the rest of your iMessage apps
5. Tap yellow iShrug icon

### 1/5 — Disappointing

*2023-12-01, version 2.5*

Doesn’t go inside of sticker drawer
Clunky grid UI that cannot zoom in/out
Very few “stickers” compared to other packs

I had high hopes for this one, but it seems more like a money grab than an actual sticker pack 

:(

### 2/5 — Disappointing..

*2023-11-06*

Considering the amount of free keyboards that offer this style of little faces and things there aren’t enough options in this paid version.. there’s like maybe 25 faces idk I didn’t count but there’s so many keyboards you can get for free that have hundreds and hundreds organized by emotion and animals and all sorts of stuff.. I wish I hadn’t got it :/ my only hope now is that someday it’ll be updated with a larger variety of options

### 5/5 — Great

*2023-10-18, version 2.5*

Great app！But I wanna know how to uninstall the app？

### 5/5 — Very fun sticker pack ^_^

*2023-10-13*

App had some trouble functioning in previous version but now that’s it’s running as expected I can’t recommend it more! Fun app to mess around with and spice up texts:)

**Developer response:** Hi! Thanks for your feedback!
We fixed it, please download the latest version

### 5/5 — Fixed

*2023-10-13*

Thank you to the devs for updating. Works now!

**Developer response:** Hi! Thanks for your feedback!
We fixed it, please download the latest version

## Frequently asked questions about iShrug

### What does iShrug do?

iShrug provides a large collection of original text art, including shrugs, emotions, cute animals, and various actions. These can be easily added to your messages to surprise friends and add a unique touch to your conversations.

### How do I use iShrug in my messages?

iShrug appears in your Messages app's app drawer. Open a conversation, tap the App Store icon, then the three dots to access your app drawer. Tap the iShrug icon, select your desired text art, and send it.

### Is iShrug free to use?

Yes, iShrug is a free application. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, allowing users to enjoy the full collection without cost.

### What kind of text art can I find in iShrug?

The app features a wide variety of text art, including the popular shrug emoticon (¯\_(ツ)_/¯), amusing emotions, cute animals like cats, bears, and dogs, as well as different actions and more.

### What if the stickers won't open?

If the text art stickers are not opening, try closing and reopening the Messages app. You can do this by swiping up from the bottom of your screen to close the app and then opening it again.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.6 — 2024-04-21

=^･ｪ･^=
Enhancements and improvements

### 2.5 — 2023-10-07

=^･ｪ･^=
Enhancements and improvements

### 2.0.3 — 2021-04-29

Improvements and Enhancements:
updated list of new stickers

### 2.0.2 — 2021-03-05

• Improvements and Enhancements

### 2.0.1 — 2020-12-21

◇ Improvements and Enhancements
◇ Better UX for small screens (iPhone 5/5s/SE)

◇ If the stickers won't open, re-open Messages app (swipe-up and open again)

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All apps by Pavel Dubov: https://appshunter.io/developer/719527877

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