Latin Capital Letter X Letter
“X” is the Latin capital letter X, commonly used in text, labeling, and placeholders.
U+0058
The symbol “X” is the uppercase form of the Latin letter X. It’s encoded as Unicode U+0058 and can be copied or inserted using common web and code formats. Use it anywhere you need a clear capital X character.
Latin Capital Letter X Letter Meaning
“X” (Latin Capital Letter X) is primarily the uppercase letter used in everyday writing and typography. You’ll often see it as a letter in words, as a shorthand in labels (for example, an option marked “X”), or as a placeholder in templates and forms (e.g., “X” for an unknown value). In many contexts, it can also be used informally to denote “wrong” or “excluded,” especially in checklists. In math, science, and engineering, “X” frequently appears as a variable name, though the exact meaning depends on the surrounding context.
Common uses
- •Writing and typesetting words that contain the letter X
- •Marking a selected option or checkbox state (e.g., “X” for chosen/confirmed)
- •Using as a placeholder character in forms and templates
- •Labeling variables and categories in technical notes
- •Creating concise identifiers in UI text and headings
Examples
X (Latin Capital Letter X)
- XChoose option X to proceed.
- XStatus: X
- XEnter value for X in the field.
- XItem X is excluded.
- XResult: X
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+0058 | |
| HTML Entity | X | |
| HTML Code | X | |
| CSS | \0058 |
FAQ
What does the Latin Capital Letter X letter mean?
“X” (Latin Capital Letter X) is primarily the uppercase letter used in everyday writing and typography. You’ll often see it as a letter in words, as a shorthand in labels (for example, an option marked “X”), or as a placeholder in templates and forms (e.g., “X” for an unknown value). In many contexts, it can also be used informally to denote “wrong” or “excluded,” especially in checklists. In math, science, and engineering, “X” frequently appears as a variable name, though the exact meaning depends on the surrounding context.
What is the Unicode for “X”?
“X” is Unicode LATIN CAPITAL LETTER X at codepoint U+0058.
How do I write this character in HTML?
Use the HTML entity: X
What escape sequences can I use in code?
Common escapes include CSS: \\0058 and JavaScript: \\u{0058}.
Is this the same as the multiplication “×” symbol?
No. This page is for the letter X (U+0058). The multiplication sign is a different character.