Braille Pattern Dots-1238 Braille
⢇ is the Unicode Braille pattern character for dots 1, 2, 3, and 8 (U+2887).
U+2887
⢇ is a Unicode character in the Braille Patterns block. It represents a single Braille cell layout identified by its dot positions (dots-1238). This page helps you copy it and use the correct code point in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Braille Pattern Dots-1238 Braille Meaning
⢇ is labeled “BRAILLE PATTERN DOTS-1238”, which means the Braille cell has raised dots in positions 1, 2, 3, and 8. Braille patterns like this are often used to represent letters, punctuation, or numeric/context signs, but the exact interpretation depends on the Braille code/language being used (for example, how a particular dots pattern maps to a specific character). If you’re rendering Braille for a known standard, treat this as the physical dot layout and apply your mapping rules accordingly. If you’re typing it for display, it will show up as the specified Braille pattern in Unicode.
Common uses
- •Copy/paste to display the exact braille pattern DOTS-1238 in documents or mockups
- •UI and design mockups that need a consistent braille-pattern glyph
- •Developer testing for Unicode rendering and font support of U+2887
- •Educational or reference notes about Braille dot numbering and Unicode braille patterns
- •Encoding/serialization examples when documenting braille pattern characters
Examples
⢇ Braille Pattern Dots-1238
- ⢇Braille pattern: ⢇
- ⢇Dots 1-2-3-8: ⢇
- ⢇Test glyph rendering: ⢇
- ⢇Copy this exact character: ⢇
- ⢇Unicode U+2887 shown here: ⢇
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2887 | |
| HTML Entity | ⢇ | |
| HTML Code | ⢇ | |
| CSS | \2887 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 10375 | |
| Decimal | 10375 |
How to type Braille Pattern Dots-1238 Braille (⢇)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 10375 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2887 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2887. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2887, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ⢇ with the button above and paste it wherever you need it — this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.
FAQ
What Unicode character is ⢇?
⢇ is the Unicode Braille pattern character named “BRAILLE PATTERN DOTS-1238”, with code point U+2887.
How do I copy ⢇ reliably in HTML?
Use the HTML entity ⢇ for this exact character.
What does “dots-1238” mean for this symbol?
It indicates the braille cell pattern with dots 1, 2, 3, and 8 raised (as defined by the Unicode braille pattern).
Will this character display correctly on all devices?
It depends on font support for U+2887. If a font lacks the glyph, you may see a fallback box or missing character.