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K-Pop slang term

What does PC mean in K-Pop?

Term

PC

Photocard

Full Form

Photocard

Definition

Photocard — a small collectible card featuring an idol member, usually included randomly inside physical K-Pop albums. "PC" is the standard shorthand on Twitter and marketplace posts when buying, selling, or trading cards.

Context / Example

“ISO Mingyu PC from the latest album — will pay $12 or trade!”

Also searched as

poka · photocard · photo card · 포카

Tags

TradingGoodsCollecting

About this term

PC is short for photocard — the small collectible idol cards packed randomly in physical K-Pop albums. Almost every trading post on X or Instagram uses "PC" instead of spelling out photocard.

A PC can be a regular album inclusion, a POB, a store exclusive, or a lucky draw prize. When you buy or trade, always check which version it is, because prices differ a lot by type and member.

Frequently asked questions

Does PC always mean photocard?

In K-Pop trading contexts, yes — PC almost always means photocard. Outside fandom spaces it can mean other things, so read the surrounding tags like WTS or ISO.

How do I know which PC version I have?

Compare the photo, back design, and branding to official album scans or store benefit guides. Sellers should state album name, era, and whether it is POB or regular.

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