Fart sounds have been a staple of slapstick comedy and prank culture for decades, long before they became downloadable clips for short-form video. On soundboards they are usually grouped with pranks and reaction effects, because a single short burst is easy to drop into almost any edit. Creators on TikTok, YouTube and in group chats use them to mock a fail, undercut a serious moment, or signal that a joke is not meant to be taken seriously. Their simplicity is the appeal, as everyone recognises the joke instantly without needing context or subtitles.