Braille Pattern Dots-2358 Braille
⢖ is a Braille pattern character representing dots 2, 3, 5, and 8.
U+2896
⢖ (U+2896) is part of the Braille Patterns Unicode block. It’s useful when you need a specific braille dot configuration in plain text. You can copy it directly or use its Unicode/HTML escapes in code.
Braille Pattern Dots-2358 Braille Meaning
⢖ is the Unicode character “BRAILLE PATTERN DOTS-2358” (U+2896). Braille patterns are dot layouts encoded as single characters for use in text rendering, accessibility-focused content, and braille-related design work. The “Dots-2358” name indicates which braille dots are raised in the cell: dot 2, dot 3, dot 5, and dot 8. Depending on your font and environment, it may display as the expected braille cell. In most contexts, it functions as a low-level visual braille pattern rather than a standard language letter.
Common uses
- •Showing a specific braille dot layout in documentation or tutorials
- •Creating braille-themed icons or UI indicators in text-based designs
- •Embedding braille patterns in content for accessibility or research notes
- •Using the character in code examples or Unicode demonstration pages
- •Representing braille cells in artwork, captions, or typographic mockups
Examples
⢖ Braille Pattern Dots-2358
- ⢖Unicode test: ⢖ (U+2896)
- ⢖Braille pattern reference: ⢖ = dots 2-3-5-8
- ⢖Example cell: ⢖ placed in a line of text
- ⢖Documenting dot layouts for ⢖ in a checklist
- ⢖Typography mockup includes ⢖ alongside other braille cells
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2896 | |
| HTML Entity | ⢖ | |
| HTML Code | ⢖ | |
| CSS | \2896 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 10390 | |
| Decimal | 10390 |
How to type Braille Pattern Dots-2358 Braille (⢖)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 10390 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2896 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2896. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2896, 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 the Braille Pattern Dots-2358 braille mean?
⢖ is the Unicode character “BRAILLE PATTERN DOTS-2358” (U+2896). Braille patterns are dot layouts encoded as single characters for use in text rendering, accessibility-focused content, and braille-related design work. The “Dots-2358” name indicates which braille dots are raised in the cell: dot 2, dot 3, dot 5, and dot 8. Depending on your font and environment, it may display as the expected braille cell. In most contexts, it functions as a low-level visual braille pattern rather than a standard language letter.
What is ⢖ in Unicode?
⢖ is “BRAILLE PATTERN DOTS-2358”, with Unicode code point U+2896.
How can I copy ⢖ into my work?
Copy the character directly (⢖), or use the provided escapes like HTML entity ⢖ or Unicode escape \\u{2896}.
Will ⢖ display correctly everywhere?
It depends on font support. Many systems will render it as a braille cell, but if your font lacks support, it may appear as a placeholder or box.
Is ⢖ a specific letter or word?
In general, ⢖ represents a braille dot pattern (dots 2, 3, 5, and 8). Whether it maps to a particular letter depends on the braille encoding/context you’re using.