Rotated Capital Q Letter
℺ is the rotated capital Q symbol (U+213A) used as a decorative, stylized character.
U+213A
℺, also known as Rotated Capital Q, is a typographic symbol from the Unicode set. It’s primarily used for visual decoration and stylistic branding where a unique glyph is helpful. This page gives practical copy options and usage ideas.
Rotated Capital Q Letter Meaning
℺ is best understood as a decorative, stylized typographic character rather than a widely standardized everyday symbol. Its Unicode designation is “ROTATED CAPITAL Q” (U+213A), and it resembles a capital Q that has been rotated for a distinct visual feel. Because it’s categorized as “Decorative & Stylized,” users typically choose it to add personality to titles, create logo-like lettering, or to stand in for a special “Q” or tag in a design system. There isn’t a single universal meaning like a mathematical operator; instead, its value comes from its appearance.
Common uses
- •Use as a decorative lettermark or accent in posters, flyers, and banners
- •Add a unique glyph to game/UI headings, badges, or menu highlights
- •Brand a section label or chapter marker with a stylized “Q” shape
- •Enhance typography in social media posts where a distinctive symbol helps the text stand out
- •Include in design mockups and style guides to represent a custom typographic variant
Examples
℺ Rotated Capital Q Symbol Copy & Info
- ℺Featured ℺ Collection
- ℺Chapter ℺: Typography Notes
- ℺Level ℺ unlocked!
- ℺Queue ℺
- ℺Design System ℺
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+213A | |
| HTML Entity | ℺ | |
| HTML Code | ℺ | |
| CSS | \213A | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 8506 | |
| Decimal | 8506 |
How to type Rotated Capital Q Letter (℺)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 8506 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 213A then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 213A. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 213a, 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 Rotated Capital Q letter mean?
℺ is best understood as a decorative, stylized typographic character rather than a widely standardized everyday symbol. Its Unicode designation is “ROTATED CAPITAL Q” (U+213A), and it resembles a capital Q that has been rotated for a distinct visual feel. Because it’s categorized as “Decorative & Stylized,” users typically choose it to add personality to titles, create logo-like lettering, or to stand in for a special “Q” or tag in a design system. There isn’t a single universal meaning like a mathematical operator; instead, its value comes from its appearance.
What Unicode character is ℺?
℺ is the “ROTATED CAPITAL Q” character, Unicode code point U+213A.
How can I copy ℺ into my project?
Copy the character directly (℺). For code, you can use the HTML entity ℺ or the JavaScript escape \\u{213A}.
Does ℺ have a specific meaning like a math operator?
No—℺ is primarily a decorative, stylized character. It’s most often used for visual styling rather than a universal technical meaning.
Will ℺ display correctly on all devices?
Most modern fonts support many Unicode symbols, but glyph availability can vary. If it doesn’t render, try a different font that supports U+213A.