20 Harmless April Fools Pranks
April Fools' Day is a time for light-hearted pranks and jokes that can bring a smile or a laugh without causing harm or distress.
Here are 20 harmless April Fools' jokes and tricks you can consider trying: #
April Fools' Day is a time for light-hearted pranks and jokes that can bring a smile or a laugh without causing harm or distress. Here are 10 harmless April Fools' jokes and tricks you can consider trying:
- The Mouse Prank
- Place a small piece of tape over the bottom of an optical mouse. The mouse won't work, leaving the victim puzzled. Make sure to write "April Fools'" on the tape for a good laugh when they discover the reason.
- Change Language Settings
- If you have access to someone's phone or computer (and their permission), change the language settings to a language they don't understand. It's a quick fix back but guarantees a moment of bewilderment.
- Soap That Won't Lather
- Cover a bar of soap with clear nail polish and let it dry. Place it in the shower and watch as someone tries unsuccessfully to get it to lather.
- Caramel Onions
- Make caramel apples, but use onions instead of apples. Make sure they look as convincing as possible for the initial surprise.
- Fake Bug Under the Lampshade
- Place a realistic-looking fake bug under a lampshade or somewhere it can cast a scary shadow. Wait for the scream followed by a sigh of relief when it's discovered to be fake.
- AutoCorrect Prank
- On your victim's phone, go to the keyboard settings and change some common words to something silly or unexpected using the text replacement feature. For example, "yes" could become "snoodle doodle."
- The Ejecting DVD Drive
- If you can still find a computer with a DVD drive, create a simple script (plenty of how-to guides online) that causes the DVD drive to open and close intermittently. It's harmless and can lead to some confusion.
- Voice Activated Appliances
- Leave a note on appliances like coffee makers, printers, or even staplers, claiming they've been upgraded to voice-activated models. Watch as people give commands to inanimate objects.
- The Fake Spider Scare
- Attach a fake spider to the inside of a lampshade or somewhere it can fall or be subtly revealed. When someone turns on the light or moves the object, they'll get a harmless scare.
- Balloon Room
- If you have access to someone's room (and a lot of balloons), fill it with balloons for a big, colorful surprise. It's a lot of fun and completely harmless.
Sure, here are 10 more harmless April Fools' jokes and tricks to consider:
- The Unreachable Penny
- Super glue a coin to the sidewalk or a floor where people will try to pick it up. Make sure to watch from a distance for their reactions when they can't lift it.
- Mixed Up Keyboard Keys
- If you have access to a computer with a removable keyboard keys, rearrange them to spell out a funny word or just randomize them. This works best with people who aren't touch typists.
- Fake Toilet Paper Roll
- Take an empty toilet paper roll and place it on the holder. Attach a small piece of real toilet paper hanging down to make it look full at a glance. Leave the real supply nearby but just out of immediate sight.
- The Classic 'Voice Mail Greeting' Trick
- Record a new voicemail greeting on your phone pretending to answer the call. Say "Hello? ... Yes, uh-huh ... Really? ... Just kidding, this is my voicemail. Leave a message!" It's an oldie but a goodie.
- Exploding Cake
- Not literally exploding, but you can create a balloon cake by covering a balloon with frosting. When the person goes to cut the cake, it'll harmlessly pop, causing a small shock.
- Salty Sugar
- Swap the sugar with salt and watch as people take their first sips of coffee or tea in the morning. Be ready to apologize and provide the real sugar!
- Remote Control Hijinks
- If you have a TV or any device that uses a remote, get a similar remote app on your phone that's compatible. Secretly control the device from your phone while they struggle to understand what's happening.
- Fake Broken Screen
- Download an image of a cracked screen or use an app designed to make a device look like its screen is broken. Set it as the lock screen wallpaper on someone's phone or computer monitor when they step away.
- Sticky Notes Everywhere
- Cover an entire desk area, including the desk surface, computer monitor, keyboard, and surrounding area, with sticky notes. It's a colorful surprise that's easy to clean up.
- The Old Switcheroo
- Switch around the contents of drawers, cabinets, or even the arrangement of furniture in a room, as long as it's safe and won't cause any damage. It's especially funny in a shared space like an office or family room.
Remember, the goal is to share a laugh, not to distress or upset anyone. Make sure your pranks are appropriate for your audience and that everyone can enjoy the fun together.