Card shredding sounds have become a staple effect in meme editing because the noise instantly signals that something is gone for good. Unlike a paper shredder, a card shredder has a heavier, crunchier grind that stands out in short clips, edits and soundboard posts. Creators pair the audio with credit cards, ID cards, gift cards and printed photos to exaggerate an ending, a rejection or a clean break. Its loud, drawn out texture also works as an annoying punchline when played at full volume.