The problem with asynchronous technology based communication is that it lacks the interpersonal cues we rely on to decipher the total message. Facial expression, gestures, body language: All are absent. Emoticons help to bridge that gap and present a fuller meaning to the user's text.
Examples:
I am joking, this is fun, that was funny, I agree with you and think that we are having fun.
I am angry, that makes me angry
thank you, I am making my statement with humility
Frustration, lack of control
I am ignoring you, I do not think this is important
Other are difficult to find an emotion. Like what the hell is this:![]()
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