# :shrug:

> Quickly insert the shrug emoticon via iMessage app or keyboard extension. (iPhone/iPad app by Mike Keller.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shrug/id939390940 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mike Keller](https://appshunter.io/developer/321998016)
- Category: Utilities, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.68/5 from 25 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.1 · 1 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2014-12-02
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shrug/id939390940/reviews.md

## What is :shrug:?

¯\_(ツ)_/¯
:shrug: is an iMessage app and keyboard extension designed to help you type the world's best emoticon with a single tap.

Install the iMessage app to :shrug: while texting.

Install the keyboard to use :shrug: in any app. To install, go to Settings > General > Keyboard > Keyboards > Add New Keyboard...

3D Touch the :shrug: home screen icon to invoke a Copy shortcut (iOS 9+, iPhone 6S or greater).

Or, if you insist, :shrug: also works as a standalone app that will copy the most perfect series of ASCII characters into your pasteboard.

As featured on technical.ly: http://technical.ly/brooklyn/2016/02/12/stop-copy-and-pasting-and-get-the-app-that-adds-the-shrug-emoticon-to-your-keyboard/

## Key features

- One-tap emoticon insertion
- iMessage app integration
- Keyboard extension for any app
- Copy shortcut via 3D Touch
- Standalone app functionality

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shrug/id939390940/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Gave me my life back

*2019-10-29, version 1.3*

I’ve never reviewed an app before but this one does exactly what it says it does and it does it extremely well. I can’t begin to imagine the collective hours of people’s life this keyboard has freed. Never again will I have to google “shrug emoji” when I want to communicate resigned indifference. Thank you for your service

## Frequently asked questions about :shrug:

### Does :shrug: have ads?

The provided data does not specify if :shrug: contains advertisements. It is listed as free to download and use.

### How do I install the :shrug: keyboard?

To install the keyboard, navigate to your device's Settings, then General, Keyboard, Keyboards, and select 'Add New Keyboard...' to find and add :shrug:.

### What devices support :shrug:?

:shrug: is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, indicating broad compatibility within the Apple ecosystem.

### How often is :shrug: updated?

The app was last updated on September 21, 2016, with version 1.3. Future updates will depend on the developer's ongoing support.

### What is the age rating for :shrug:?

:shrug: has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger individuals.

### Can I use :shrug: in apps other than iMessage?

Yes, you can use :shrug: in any app by installing it as a keyboard extension. This allows for easy insertion of the emoticon across your device.

### What is the user sentiment for :shrug:?

Users have rated :shrug: highly, with an average of 4.7 stars from 25 ratings, suggesting a positive reception and user satisfaction.

### Is there a paid version of :shrug:?

No, :shrug: is available for free and does not appear to have a paid version. The app is free to download and use.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.3 — 2016-09-21

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

New iMessage app for iOS 10 brings you a brand new way to :shrug:

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## More apps by Mike Keller

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All apps by Mike Keller: https://appshunter.io/developer/321998016

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