Meme Templates & Formats
Master the most viral meme formats. Each template includes AI prompt tips to help you create perfect memes.
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Distracted Boyfriend
The classic jealousy meme. Perfect for comparing things, showing temptation, or highlighting ironic choices.
Try: "distracted boyfriend looking at [new thing] while girlfriend [old thing] watches"
Drake Hotline Bling
The rejection/approval format. Drake disapproves on top, approves on bottom. Simple but effective.
Try: "Drake refusing [bad option] but approving [better option]"
This Is Fine Dog
Dog sitting in burning room, pretending everything is okay. Perfect for denial situations.
Try: "This is fine dog in [chaotic situation] saying everything is okay"
Two Buttons
Sweating guy choosing between two options. Great for impossible dilemmas.
Try: "Sweating man choosing between [option A] and [option B]"
Expanding Brain
Ideas get increasingly absurd as the brain expands. Perfect for escalating jokes.
Try: "Expanding brain from [normal idea] to [galaxy brain absurd idea]"
Change My Mind
Steven Crowder at a table with a controversial opinion. Great for hot takes.
Try: "Change my mind table with sign saying [controversial opinion]"
Surprised Pikachu
When something predictable happens and people are shocked. Timeless reaction.
Try: "Surprised Pikachu face when [obvious consequence happens]"
Gru's Plan
Gru presents a plan that backfires. The third panel is the twist.
Try: "Gru presenting plan: step 1 [good], step 2 [good], step 3 [backfire]"
Wojak / Crying Mask
The feels guy. Express sadness, disappointment, or pretending to be happy while dying inside.
Try: "Wojak hiding tears behind smile while [sad situation]"
Galaxy Brain
The ultimate big brain move. When the logic is so advanced it loops back to stupid.
Try: "Galaxy brain moment: [absurdly overcomplicated solution]"
They Don't Know
Sad person at party thinking about something others don't understand.
Try: "At party but they don't know [obscure fact or personal burden]"
Trade Offer
TikTok businessman proposing a deal. Show what you receive vs what you give.
Try: "Trade offer: I receive [thing], you receive [thing]"
What Are Meme Templates?
Meme templates are the foundational formats that define how a meme is structured. They provide a recognizable framework that audiences instantly understand, allowing creators to add their own twist to deliver the punchline.
The best meme templates are versatile enough to apply to countless situations while maintaining their core comedic structure. Formats like "Distracted Boyfriend" or "Drake Hotline Bling" have remained popular for years because they tap into universal human experiences.
With AI meme generation, you don't need to find or edit template images manually. Simply describe the format and your idea, and our AI will create a unique meme that follows the template's structure while being completely original.
How to Choose the Right Meme Template
Match the Emotion
Choose a template that matches the emotional tone of your joke. Reaction memes for surprises, progression memes for escalating absurdity.
Know Your Audience
Classic templates work across audiences. Newer formats might resonate more with specific communities or age groups.
Timing Matters
Some templates are timeless, others trend for weeks then fade. Riding a trending format can boost virality.