Camera on Snapchat

What it signals here

friend system usage

Sometimes used to indicate a user who sends lots of photo snaps as opposed to videos. Associated with frequent picture-snappers.

streak use

Used in messages to suggest taking a photo together or keeping a photo-based streak going.

story meaning

Signals a photo story as opposed to video content. Used in captions on photo stories.

snap context

Directly tied to the platform's core function; can be used to say 'send me a snap' or indicate photo-sharing activity.

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