Egyptian Hieroglyph O005 Character
Egyptian Hieroglyph O005 (U+13255) β a Unicode character for use in digital typography and references.
U+13255
π is the Unicode character βEGYPTIAN HIEROGLYPH O005β (U+13255). This page helps you copy it reliably, understand its Unicode identity, and use it in design, writing, and development workflows.
Egyptian Hieroglyph O005 Character Meaning
π is an Egyptian hieroglyph identified in Unicode as βEGYPTIAN HIEROGLYPH O005β with code point U+13255. As with many hieroglyph characters in Unicode, the specific visual signβs interpretation can depend on context, layout, and adjacent signs in an inscription. Practically, on digital platforms the symbol is most often used to represent hieroglyphic text, to label or catalog glyphs, or to include the sign in reference materials and typographic compositions. When you use it, the key technical aspect is using the correct Unicode character so it renders consistently across systems that support Egyptian Hieroglyphs.
Common uses
- β’Copying the exact Unicode hieroglyph sign into documents, notes, or research materials
- β’Designing posters, book layouts, or educational slides featuring Egyptian hieroglyphs
- β’Using it in web or app text where Egyptian Hieroglyphs are supported
- β’Building sign lists or glyph catalog entries in spreadsheets or databases
- β’Including it in social media posts to reference or discuss hieroglyph writing
Examples
π Egyptian Hieroglyph O005
- πU+13255 π in the Egyptian Hieroglyphs block
- πReference glyph: π (O005)
- πCatalog entry: π β Egyptian Hieroglyph O005
- πTypography test: π renders correctly on my system
- πLesson slide: compare sign variants with π
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+13255 | |
| HTML Entity | 𓉕 | |
| HTML Code | 𓉕 | |
| CSS | \13255 | |
| Decimal | 78421 |
How to type Egyptian Hieroglyph O005 Character (π)
On Windows
In Word, type 13255 then press Alt + X. Or open the emoji picker with Windows key + period.
On Mac
Press Control + Command + Space to open Character Viewer and search for the character.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 13255, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy π with the button above and paste it wherever you need it β this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.
FAQ
What does the Egyptian Hieroglyph O005 character mean?
π is an Egyptian hieroglyph identified in Unicode as βEGYPTIAN HIEROGLYPH O005β with code point U+13255. As with many hieroglyph characters in Unicode, the specific visual signβs interpretation can depend on context, layout, and adjacent signs in an inscription. Practically, on digital platforms the symbol is most often used to represent hieroglyphic text, to label or catalog glyphs, or to include the sign in reference materials and typographic compositions. When you use it, the key technical aspect is using the correct Unicode character so it renders consistently across systems that support Egyptian Hieroglyphs.
What Unicode character is π?
π is βEGYPTIAN HIEROGLYPH O005β with Unicode code point U+13255.
How can I copy π correctly?
Copy the character directly from this page, or use the HTML entity 𓉕 / CSS escape \\13255 / JavaScript escape \\u{13255} to insert it in code.
Will π display on all devices?
It will display when the selected font supports Egyptian Hieroglyphs. If a font lacks support, you may see a fallback box or missing glyph.
Is the meaning fixed for this character on its own?
Unicode assigns an identity (O005) for the glyph. Inscriptionsβ readings can depend on surrounding signs and context, so interpretations may vary with usage.