Windows Alt codes and symbol shortcuts

Find a character, then select it to see a Windows Alt code when available, a Word Unicode method, and Mac input guidance. These are different input systems; a Unicode number is not automatically an Alt code.

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Choose a symbol above. No account or installation needed.

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Windows codes, Mac character tools, and Word shortcuts work differently. Choose the method for the app you are using.

Windows

Character Map lets you find and copy characters. For supported Alt codes, hold Alt while entering the code on the numeric keypad. Some keyboards require Num Lock.

Microsoft’s character guide ↗

Mac

Choose Edit → Emoji & Symbols to open the Character Viewer. Search for a character and select it to insert it in your text.

Apple’s Character Viewer guide ↗

Microsoft Word on Windows

Type a character’s Unicode hexadecimal code, select the code, then press Alt + X. For example, 00A9 becomes ©.

Microsoft’s Unicode instructions ↗