Need a special character but can’t remember how to type it? Our free Character Map lets you browse hundreds of Unicode characters organized by category. Click any character to copy it to your clipboard instantly.
How to Use the Character Map
- Choose a category: Click a category button (Arrows, Math, Currency, Punctuation, Symbols, Blocks, Greek, Stars)
- Browse characters: Scroll through the grid of characters in that category
- Search: Type in the search box to find characters by name or code point
- Click to copy: Click any character to copy it to your clipboard
- View details: See the character’s name and Unicode code point below the grid
Available Categories
| Category | Examples |
|---|---|
| Arrows | ← → ↑ ↓ ⇒ ⇔ ➡ |
| Math | ± × ÷ ≠ ≈ ∞ ∑ √ |
| Currency | $ € £ ¥ ₹ ₩ ₽ |
| Punctuation | · • † § © ® ™ |
| Symbols | ★ ♥ ♠ ✓ ✗ ☀ ♪ |
| Blocks | █ ▒ ░ ■ □ ◆ ● |
| Greek | α β γ δ π Ω Σ |
| Stars | ✦ ✧ ✩ ✴ ✶ ❄ ❋ |
Common Use Cases
- Writing: Insert special characters into documents, emails, and social media posts
- Design: Use symbols and arrows in UI mockups and wireframes
- Programming: Find Unicode code points for use in code
- Mathematics: Insert mathematical operators and Greek letters
- Presentations: Add visual flair with symbols and decorative characters
Tips
- The search box searches by character name and Unicode code point
- Each character shows its Unicode code (e.g., U+2192 for →) when clicked
- Characters are copied as plain text, compatible with any application
- Use the Greek category for scientific and mathematical notation
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I copy multiple characters at once? Click characters one at a time. Each click copies a single character to your clipboard, which you can then paste.
Do these characters work everywhere? Unicode characters are supported in all modern applications, websites, and operating systems. Very old or specialized software may not render all characters.
How do I find a specific character? Use the search box and type part of the character’s name, or browse the categories.
Try our free Character Map to browse and copy Unicode characters.
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