The 'This Folder Is Empty' meme is a screenshot of the Windows file explorer interface showing a completely vacant directory. It emerged as a versatile reaction image used to satirize situations where something expected is completely absent. Whether used to mock a person's intelligence, a bank balance after a shopping spree, or the list of people who asked for an opinion, the meme relies on the cold, clinical nature of a computer message to deliver a punchline. Its simplicity makes it a staple for internet users wanting to express disappointment or sarcasm regarding non-existent things in a digital-first world.