While the specific file name often points to user-generated or stock content, Valentine's Day prank videos generally fall into several popular categories:

: Pranks involving romantic gestures that go slightly awry, such as a heart-shaped box unexpectedly filled with food like tacos instead of chocolate, or "evil" booby traps involving jumping boxes or fake secret admirers.

: Humorous clips, like those from internet personality Maskiii, where creators jokingly present medals or awards to friends for being single again.

: Some videos transition from humor into the origins of the holiday, explaining the martyrdom of Saint Valentine on February 14th. Technical Specifications

: Trends like asking people if they are "free on Valentine's Day" through glass doors or using text message pranks to capture awkward reactions.