Black Pentagon Symbol
⬟ is the black pentagon symbol (U+2B1F) used as a compact visual marker in text.
U+2B1F
The ⬟ black pentagon is a bold geometric symbol you can drop into text, UI labels, or design layouts. Because it’s small and high-contrast, it works well as a visual bullet or status marker. Below you’ll find practical ways to copy and use it.
Black Pentagon Symbol Meaning
The black pentagon (⬟) is primarily a geometric shape symbol used for simple visual emphasis. Most commonly, it functions like a decorative marker: a bullet-like point, a section icon, or a compact status/attention cue in text. In design and writing, it’s valued for its clean, solid form and distinctive silhouette, which helps it stand out without using words. Depending on your context, it can represent “point,” “category,” “level,” or “feature,” but it does not have a single universal meaning on its own. Treat it as a neutral shape icon unless your brand or document defines otherwise.
Common uses
- •A visual bullet or list item marker in plain text and documents
- •Section icons in headings, notes, and UI labels
- •Status or priority indicators in templates (e.g., tasks or updates)
- •Decorative separators in social posts and captions
- •Placeholder markers for design drafts and wireframes
Examples
⬟ Black Pentagon Symbol
- ⬟⬟ Project Roadmap
- ⬟Tasks: ⬟ In progress, ⬟ Review, ⬟ Done
- ⬟Security note: ⬟ Verify access before editing.
- ⬟Category ⬟ Design Systems
- ⬟Checklist item: ⬟ Add icons to the footer
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2B1F | |
| HTML Entity | ⬟ | |
| HTML Code | ⬟ | |
| CSS | \2B1F | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 11039 | |
| Decimal | 11039 |
How to type Black Pentagon Symbol (⬟)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 11039 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2B1F then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2B1F. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2b1f, 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 Black Pentagon symbol mean?
The black pentagon (⬟) is primarily a geometric shape symbol used for simple visual emphasis. Most commonly, it functions like a decorative marker: a bullet-like point, a section icon, or a compact status/attention cue in text. In design and writing, it’s valued for its clean, solid form and distinctive silhouette, which helps it stand out without using words. Depending on your context, it can represent “point,” “category,” “level,” or “feature,” but it does not have a single universal meaning on its own. Treat it as a neutral shape icon unless your brand or document defines otherwise.
What is the symbol ⬟ called?
It’s called the Black Pentagon.
How do I type ⬟ on a computer?
You can copy/paste it from this page. For direct input, use the Unicode code point U+2B1F.
Can I use ⬟ in HTML?
Yes. You can use the HTML entity: ⬟.
Does ⬟ have a single universal meaning?
No. It’s most often used as a neutral geometric marker. Its meaning depends on your specific context (e.g., bullet, label, status).