Okay, so, I’ve been vaping for a while now, and I gotta say, I’m still a bit confused about all those symbols on my vape’s screen. It’s like, what are they even trying to tell me? I’ve seen a lightning bolt, an omega sign, and some weird bars that go up and down. It’s all a bit of a mystery to me, to be honest.
So, I decided to do some digging. I started by reading the instruction manual that came with my vape, but honestly, it wasn’t much help. It was full of jargon that I didn’t understand. Then, I searched online. I typed “what do the symbols on my vape mean” into the search bar, and I got a bunch of results. I started browsing through different forums and blogs.

First things first, I learned that the lightning bolt symbol usually indicates the voltage. Some folks online were saying that it represents how much power is being put through the device. Makes sense, I guess. Increasing the voltage means more power, which means a stronger hit.
Then there’s that omega symbol (Ω). Apparently, this one represents the resistance of the coil in your vape, measured in ohms. I read that most coils have a resistance between 2.4 and 2.8 ohms. People seem to like 2.5 ohms the most. It’s something about how much electrical current the coil can handle. I tried vaping on a few different coils with different resistances and noticed that the lower the resistance, the warmer the vapor, and it does influence the flavor.
Now, about those bars, I found out that they usually represent the battery level. This one is pretty straightforward. When the bars are full, the battery is fully charged. When they’re low, it’s time to plug it in. Simple enough.
I also noticed that some vapes have different colors that show up on the screen or around the button. I came across some info about a vape pen that uses red, blue, and green colors. I learned that these colors usually represent different temperature settings. For example, blue might mean low, green might mean medium, and red might mean high. I tested this out on my friend’s vape, which has this feature, and I found that the higher the temperature, the more intense the vapor production. It’s pretty cool how you can customize your vaping experience like that.
One thing I found interesting is that some people were talking about the percentage of nicotine in their vape juice. Someone mentioned that 5% nicotine is a lot for beginners. I personally started with a lower nicotine level and gradually increased it. It’s important to find what works best for you and be mindful of your nicotine intake.
I even stumbled upon a forum post where people were discussing the Geek Bar Pulse and its screen. Apparently, it shows a lot of useful information, like battery indicators and stuff. I don’t have that particular vape, but it sounds pretty advanced.
So, after all this digging and experimenting, I feel like I have a much better understanding of what those symbols on my vape mean. It’s still a bit complex, but at least now I know what I’m looking at. It’s pretty cool how much information you can get from those little symbols. I’m going to keep playing around with the settings on my vape and see what I like best. Vaping is a journey, and I’m still learning new things every day.
Here’s what I’ve figured out so far, in a simple list:

- Lightning bolt: Voltage – how much power is going through the device.
- Omega symbol (Ω): Resistance of the coil (in ohms) – affects vapor temperature and flavor.
- Bars: Battery level – shows how much charge is left.
- Colors (red, blue, green): Temperature settings – affects vapor production.
My advice for fellow vapers:
Don’t be afraid to experiment and find what settings work best for you. Read the manual, search online, and ask other vapers for advice. And most importantly, be mindful of your nicotine intake and stay safe!