The word "props" is a colloquial term used to refer to praise or recognition given to someone for a job well done. It can also refer to physical objects used in a theatrical or film production to enhance the setting or aid the performance. In informal speech, saying someone deserves "props" is a way of acknowledging their efforts or achievements.
The term "props" is an abbreviation of "properties," which refers to the objects used on a stage or in a film. The origin of the theatrical sense of the word dates back to the early 20th century. The usage of "props" as a form of recognition arose in the 1980s.