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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “This Looks Shopped” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70, number 20806 of the collection, and the 20th best-known meme of its 243 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “This Looks Shopped” meme mean?
The humor comes from the gap between the character’s confidence and the absurdity of their logic. It is used to comment on obviously altered photos, or any situation where someone pretends to be an expert without knowing anything about the subject. It pokes fun at misplaced self-assurance and misuse of technical jargon.
Where does the “This Looks Shopped” meme come from?
The exact origin of this phrase remains unknown to researchers. The earliest archived occurrence dates back to 2003 on Metaeducation.com. The format spread through forums like 4chan, FARK, and Something Awful. In July 2008, a graphic designer from New England launched Thislooksshopped.com to host these macros. The year 1999 is often cited incorrectly; it relates to the popularity of Paint Shop Pro software, but no evidence links the meme directly to that date. Original creators and source videos are still unidentified.
- 2003First archived reference found on Metaeducation.com.
- July 2008Launch of the dedicated website Thislooksshopped.com by a graphic designer.
How to use the “This Looks Shopped” meme
- Use this meme when you see a celebrity photo with impossible proportions.
- Apply it to criticize a scientific claim presented as obvious by a layperson.
- Share it in comments under an image clearly modified with basic tools.
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The “This Looks Shopped” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 20806 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes World series 70 |
| Fame | 81/100 · #20 of 243 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
How to get the “This Looks Shopped” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; This Looks Shopped comes out of the Memes World series 70 as an epic card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 20 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What does this looks shopped mean?
It is a satirical meme about fake expertise in detecting photo edits. A person claims an image is doctored while giving absurd reasons to support their claim.
This looks shopped origin?
The exact origin is unknown. The oldest trace goes back to 2003 on Metaeducation.com. The meme spread via 4chan and other forums before launching a dedicated site in 2008.
Who is the guy in this looks shopped?
The character is unidentified. He is likely a generic actor or an anonymous screenshot used to illustrate the concept of false expertise.
Is this looks shopped real?
The meme is fictional. A website with this name exists since 2008, but it only hosts humorous images, not actual detection tools.
How do I get the This Looks Shopped meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “This Looks Shopped” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the This Looks Shopped card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Know Your Meme · Know Your Meme · This Looks Shopped | Know Your Meme · checked on October 11, 2026.
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