How to use the symbols
- Find the symbol in a group below, or type its name in the search box.
- Click it: it’s copied to your clipboard.
- Paste it into your document, message, social post, spreadsheet or code.
The symbols are standard Unicode characters, so they work in Word, Google Docs, Excel, email, WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok and almost every app and website.
Typing symbols with your keyboard
| Symbol | Windows (Alt code) | Mac |
|---|---|---|
| ° degree | Alt + 0176 | Option + Shift + 8 |
| © copyright | Alt + 0169 | Option + G |
| ® registered | Alt + 0174 | Option + R |
| ™ trademark | Alt + 0153 | Option + 2 |
| € euro | Alt + 0128 | Option + Shift + 2 |
| £ pound | Alt + 0163 | Option + 3 |
| • bullet | Alt + 0149 | Option + 8 |
| — em dash | Alt + 0151 | Option + Shift + − |
| ± plus-minus | Alt + 0177 | Option + Shift + = |
| ÷ division | Alt + 0247 | Option + / |
For Alt codes on Windows, hold Alt and type the four digits on the number pad with Num Lock on (the number keys above the letters don’t work). On laptops without a number pad, press Windows key + . to open the emoji and symbol panel. On a Mac, press Control + ⌘ + Space for the Character Viewer.
Symbols in HTML
Web developers can paste the symbol directly into a UTF-8 page, or use the HTML code shown for each symbol, such as ✓ for ✓ or ° for °.
Symbols that look broken
If a symbol shows as an empty box (□), the font on that device doesn’t include it. Common symbols such as ✓ ★ ♥ → ° € work everywhere; rarer ones may not show on older phones.
Frequently asked questions
How do I copy a symbol?
Click it. The symbol is copied to your clipboard and you can paste it anywhere with Ctrl+V (or ⌘+V on a Mac).
How do I type a check mark ✓?
Copy it from this page. In Word you can also type 2713 and press Alt+X. There’s no standard Alt code for ✓ on Windows.
How do I type the degree symbol °?
On Windows, hold Alt and type 0176 on the number pad. On a Mac, press Option+Shift+8. On phones, press and hold the 0 key.
Will these symbols work on Instagram and WhatsApp?
Yes. They are standard Unicode characters that work in bios, captions, messages and usernames where symbols are allowed.
Why does a symbol show as a box?
The device’s font doesn’t include that character. Common symbols work everywhere; try a more common alternative if your audience uses older phones.
Last updated October 2026 · More text tools