Braille Pattern Dots-378 Braille
⣄ is the Unicode Braille pattern with dots 3, 7, and 8.
U+28C4
⣄ is a Unicode Braille pattern character identified as Braille Pattern Dots-378. It’s useful when you need a specific tactile/braille layout in plain text. You can copy it directly or generate it by code point in software.
Braille Pattern Dots-378 Braille Meaning
⣄ represents a Braille cell pattern where the raised dots are in positions 3, 7, and 8. In Unicode, it is named “BRAILLE PATTERN DOTS-378” and belongs to the “Extended Set 3.” Like other Braille pattern characters, it’s typically used to display or reference a particular dot configuration rather than a full contracted word. Designers and developers use it when creating accessible or educational text, illustrating Braille dot arrangements, or mapping dot patterns within custom interfaces.
Common uses
- •Displaying a specific Braille dot configuration in educational materials
- •Labeling or annotating diagrams that show Braille cell patterns
- •Using in UI prototypes or mockups that visualize Braille layouts
- •Representing a mapped dot pattern in custom text/data formats
- •Creating icons or symbols for accessibility-focused documentation
Examples
⣄ Braille Pattern Dots-378
- ⣄Braille dot pattern: ⣄
- ⣄Dots 3-7-8: ⣄
- ⣄Pattern reference for ⣄ in the table below.
- ⣄Educational note: ⣄ shows raised dots 3, 7, and 8.
- ⣄Custom mapping output uses ⣄ for dots 3-7-8.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+28C4 | |
| HTML Entity | ⣄ | |
| HTML Code | ⣄ | |
| CSS | \28C4 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 10436 | |
| Decimal | 10436 |
How to type Braille Pattern Dots-378 Braille (⣄)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 10436 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 28C4 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 28C4. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 28c4, 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-378 braille mean?
⣄ represents a Braille cell pattern where the raised dots are in positions 3, 7, and 8. In Unicode, it is named “BRAILLE PATTERN DOTS-378” and belongs to the “Extended Set 3.” Like other Braille pattern characters, it’s typically used to display or reference a particular dot configuration rather than a full contracted word. Designers and developers use it when creating accessible or educational text, illustrating Braille dot arrangements, or mapping dot patterns within custom interfaces.
What dots does ⣄ represent?
⣄ is the Braille pattern with raised dots 3, 7, and 8 (Braille Pattern Dots-378).
What is the Unicode code point for ⣄?
The Unicode code point for ⣄ is U+28C4.
How can I copy ⣄ in HTML?
You can use the HTML entity ⣄ (as provided) or copy the character directly.
Is ⣄ tied to a specific language word?
It’s primarily a dot-pattern representation (a Braille cell layout), not a full word or phrase by itself.