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ASCII Art Squid: Copy and Paste
A squid with a distinct head, large eyes, and tentacles extending downwards. Below are three sizes you can copy straight to clipboard, plus a downloadable PNG version.
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Squid ASCII art is a fun addition to Discord server names for gaming communities or as a comment on a seafood recipe. The long, flowing tentacles are the most recognizable feature, making the silhouette clear even at smaller sizes. The medium size works well in most text environments, like a forum signature or a code comment, without taking up too much vertical space. For a quick emoji replacement in a text message, the small version is ideal.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I use squid ASCII art on social media?
It fits well in Twitter/X bios, Instagram captions, or Tumblr posts. The medium size looks good on most platforms, but for a Twitter/X bio, the small version is less likely to break into multiple lines on mobile.
How do I make sure the squid's tentacles don't break in chat apps?
Use the small or medium size. Desktop versions of chat apps like Discord and Slack often preserve monospace formatting better than mobile apps. Test it in a private chat first to check how it displays.
Source emoji silhouette by OpenMoji (CC BY-SA 4.0). ASCII conversion by inkmeascii.com.