Lower Five Eighths Block Symbol
▅ (U+2585) is a block element glyph representing the lower five eighths of a block.
U+2585
▅ is a Unicode block element (U+2585) that renders a lower portion of a block. It’s commonly used to build text-based visuals such as progress bars and stacked character graphics. You can copy it directly or insert it using its HTML, CSS, or JavaScript escapes.
Lower Five Eighths Block Symbol Meaning
▅ is called the Lower Five Eighths Block (Unicode U+2585). Visually, it represents a block that is filled up to five eighths from the bottom, producing a “partial block” look rather than a full square. This makes it useful for creating bar-like shapes, stacked blocks, and simple text graphics where you need more granular steps than a full block character. In typical usage, it’s chosen for layout and stylistic consistency, not for any widely established cultural or symbolic meaning. Its technical meaning is purely defined by its Unicode character properties and appearance in the selected font.
Common uses
- •Creating fractional progress or level indicators in plain text
- •Building text-based bar charts and sparklines in chat or dashboards
- •Designing compact UI separators and “filled” effects in monospace layouts
- •Enhancing readability of status summaries with partial block steps
- •Generating lightweight decorative patterns without images
Examples
▅ Lower Five Eighths Block — Symbol Info & Copy
- ▅Progress: ▅▅▅▆▇
- ▅Volume: low ▅ medium ▆ high ▇
- ▅Loading: ▅▅▅▅▆
- ▅Signal: ▁▂▃▅▆▇
- ▅Status fill: ▅ Active
Variations
Ready to copy
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2585 | |
| HTML Entity | ▅ | |
| HTML Code | ▅ | |
| CSS | \2585 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9605 | |
| Decimal | 9605 |
How to type Lower Five Eighths Block Symbol (▅)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9605 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2585 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2585. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2585, 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 Lower Five Eighths Block symbol mean?
▅ is called the Lower Five Eighths Block (Unicode U+2585). Visually, it represents a block that is filled up to five eighths from the bottom, producing a “partial block” look rather than a full square. This makes it useful for creating bar-like shapes, stacked blocks, and simple text graphics where you need more granular steps than a full block character. In typical usage, it’s chosen for layout and stylistic consistency, not for any widely established cultural or symbolic meaning. Its technical meaning is purely defined by its Unicode character properties and appearance in the selected font.
What Unicode character is ▅?
▅ is the Unicode character “LOWER FIVE EIGHTHS BLOCK” with code point U+2585.
How do I copy ▅ using HTML?
Use the HTML entity: ▅.
What is the CSS escape for ▅?
In CSS escapes, use: \2585.
Does ▅ have a special meaning beyond its visual shape?
Its most common purpose is visual (fractional block filling). It’s generally not used for widely recognized symbolic meanings.