Do you use clear emoji reactions to show message status?

In tools like Microsoft Teams, quick emoji reactions are a simple way to acknowledge messages without creating unnecessary reply noise.

Instead of replying with short messages like “seen”, “ok”, or “working on it”, use clear reactions to show that you have understood the request and what stage it is at. This helps the sender know the message has been received and reduces unnecessary follow-up messages.

You should also update your reaction as the task progresses. For example, changing from 👀 to ✅ makes it easy for everyone to understand the current status at a glance.

Common examples include:

Using consistent reactions improves communication, saves time, and helps teams stay aligned without unnecessary clutter in chat threads.

✅ Figure: Good example - Tiago knows that Chloe is working on this