Khaby Lame became a global sensation on TikTok by reacting to absurdly complex DIY videos and life hacks that solve non-existent problems. The 'Mechanism' meme template typically follows a split-screen format: one side shows someone using a convoluted tool for a simple task, while the other features Khaby performing the same action effortlessly with his hands. His silent, deadpan stare followed by the iconic open-palmed gesture has become the internet's universal symbol for common sense. Users leverage this template to mock over-engineered products, corporate bureaucracy, or any situation where someone makes a simple task unnecessarily difficult. Since gaining fame in 2021, Khaby's expressive simplicity has made this one of the most relatable and versatile reaction memes in digital culture.