Braille Pattern Dots-138 Braille
⢅ is a Braille pattern character for dots 1, 3, and 8 (U+2885).
U+2885
⢅ is a Unicode Braille pattern from the Extended Set 2. It represents a specific dot configuration (dots 1, 3, and 8), which can be copied into text or used in code.
Braille Pattern Dots-138 Braille Meaning
⢅ (U+2885) is labeled “Braille Pattern Dots-138.” It denotes a tactile Braille dot layout where dots 1, 3, and 8 are raised. In Unicode, this character is primarily used as a visual representation of a Braille pattern rather than as a full word or language text on its own. Designers and developers may include it when building accessible interfaces, prototyping Braille-related content, or matching specific dot patterns needed for labels, study materials, or UI indicators.
Common uses
- •Labeling or displaying a specific Braille dot pattern in documentation or mockups
- •Prototyping UI elements that show Braille patterns as symbols
- •Including Braille pattern glyphs in educational or training materials
- •Generating consistent icons or indicators for Braille dot configurations
- •Using the character in HTML/CSS/JS when you need a specific Unicode Braille code point
Examples
⢅ Braille Pattern Dots-138
- ⢅Braille dot pattern: ⢅
- ⢅Pattern U+2885 shown here: ⢅
- ⢅Dots 1-3-8 indicator ⢅
- ⢅Use this glyph: ⢅ in your label
- ⢅Example text with ⢅ embedded.
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2885 | |
| HTML Entity | ⢅ | |
| HTML Code | ⢅ | |
| CSS | \2885 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 10373 | |
| Decimal | 10373 |
How to type Braille Pattern Dots-138 Braille (⢅)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 10373 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2885 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2885. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2885, 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 does ⢅ mean?
⢅ is “Braille Pattern Dots-138,” a Unicode Braille pattern representing raised dots 1, 3, and 8.
What is the Unicode code point for ⢅?
Its Unicode code point is U+2885.
How do I copy ⢅ into HTML?
You can use the HTML entity ⢅ or paste the character directly.
How do I use ⢅ in CSS or JavaScript?
CSS escape: \\2885. JavaScript escape: \\u{2885}.