Multiplication Sign Letter
The × symbol (U+00D7) is commonly used to represent multiplication or “times”.
U+00D7
The × symbol, also called the multiplication sign, is a compact way to show “times” in text. It’s widely recognized in typography and user interfaces. This page helps you copy it and use the correct code forms.
Multiplication Sign Letter Meaning
The × (multiplication sign) is primarily used to denote multiplication in math, formulas, and notation such as “3 × 4”. In plain text and UI contexts, it can also stand for the word “times,” for example “2 × 10GB” or “10 × 5”. Depending on the context, × may also appear as a generic “cross” marker (e.g., indicating an error or dismissal), but its most universally understood meaning is multiplication. The character has Unicode code point U+00D7 and commonly appears as HTML entity ×. It’s typically a distinct glyph rather than an “x” letter.
Common uses
- •Multiplication in formulas and equations (e.g., 6 × 7)
- •Product or measurement notation like “2 × 10 cm”
- •Spreadsheet-style labels and calculations in text interfaces
- •UI and documentation where “times” needs a typographic symbol
- •Design elements that require a cross/multiply glyph distinct from the letter x
Examples
× Multiplication Sign (U+00D7)
- ×Total area = width × height.
- ×Price: $19.99 × 3 items.
- ×Use 2 × 10 minutes per session.
- ×Zoom level: 1.5 × recommended size.
- ×Configuration: 4 × 256 GB storage modules.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+00D7 | |
| HTML Entity | × | |
| HTML Code | × | |
| CSS | \00D7 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 0215 | |
| Decimal | 215 |
How to type Multiplication Sign Letter (×)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 215 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 00D7 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 00D7. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 00d7, 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 Multiplication Sign letter mean?
The × (multiplication sign) is primarily used to denote multiplication in math, formulas, and notation such as “3 × 4”. In plain text and UI contexts, it can also stand for the word “times,” for example “2 × 10GB” or “10 × 5”. Depending on the context, × may also appear as a generic “cross” marker (e.g., indicating an error or dismissal), but its most universally understood meaning is multiplication. The character has Unicode code point U+00D7 and commonly appears as HTML entity ×. It’s typically a distinct glyph rather than an “x” letter.
What is the Unicode code point for the × symbol?
The × symbol is Unicode code point U+00D7.
How do I copy the × symbol into HTML?
You can use the HTML entity × (or × in many environments).
Is × the same as the letter “x”?
No. The × is a multiplication sign glyph (U+00D7), while “x” is a letter. They may look similar in some fonts, but they are different characters.
Where should I use × instead of the word “times”?
Use × when you want a typographic symbol in numbers, measurements, or UI labels, such as “3 × 4” or “2 × 10GB”.