Left Three Eighths Block Symbol
A block-style character showing the left three-eighths filled portion of a cell.
U+258D
▍ is the Left Three Eighths Block, a Unicode block element used for partial shading and layout accents. It’s handy when you want a subtle “left-filled” visual without using images. You can copy it directly or insert it via Unicode escapes.
Left Three Eighths Block Symbol Meaning
▍ (Unicode U+258D) is a block element that appears as a mostly empty cell with the left side filled to “three eighths.” Visually, it’s often used as a lightweight indicator or decorative divider when you need a partial fill rather than a full block. Because it has a consistent character-box look, it can fit well in monospaced text, status lines, progress-style markings, or simple UI patterns. The symbol’s meaning is context-dependent, but the most common use is conveying partial presence, progress, or emphasis on the left portion of a character cell.
Common uses
- •Create subtle progress or loading indicators using partial fills
- •Design lightweight text-based UI elements and separators
- •Use as a left-side emphasis marker in lists or annotations
- •Build bar-like visuals in plain text or chat messages
- •Add decorative shading effects in monospaced layouts
Examples
▍ Left Three Eighths Block Symbol
- ▍Loading: ▍░░░░
- ▍Section ▍ Overview
- ▍Status ▍ Ready
- ▍Left margin marker: ▍
- ▍Task progress ▍▍░░░
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+258D | |
| HTML Entity | ▍ | |
| HTML Code | ▍ | |
| CSS | \258D | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9613 | |
| Decimal | 9613 |
How to type Left Three Eighths Block Symbol (▍)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9613 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 258D then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 258D. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 258d, 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 Left Three Eighths Block symbol mean?
▍ (Unicode U+258D) is a block element that appears as a mostly empty cell with the left side filled to “three eighths.” Visually, it’s often used as a lightweight indicator or decorative divider when you need a partial fill rather than a full block. Because it has a consistent character-box look, it can fit well in monospaced text, status lines, progress-style markings, or simple UI patterns. The symbol’s meaning is context-dependent, but the most common use is conveying partial presence, progress, or emphasis on the left portion of a character cell.
What is the Unicode for ▍?
▍ is named LEFT THREE EIGHTHS BLOCK with Unicode code point U+258D.
How do I copy and paste ▍?
Copy the character from this page (▍) and paste it into your document, chat, or design tool.
How can I insert ▍ using HTML or CSS?
Use the HTML entity ▍ or the CSS/Unicode escape \\\\258D.
Does ▍ work reliably in monospaced text?
It’s designed as a block character, so it generally looks best in fixed-width fonts and text-grid layouts.