Black Nib Symbol
✒ is the black nib character used to represent writing, signing, and pen-like tools.
U+2712
The ✒ symbol is known as the black nib. It’s often used as a simple visual cue for writing or signing in text, designs, and UI. You can copy it directly or use the provided code escapes for HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Black Nib Symbol Meaning
✒ (BLACK NIB, U+2712) is a Dingbats symbol that represents a pen tip or ink nib. In everyday use, it commonly stands for writing, notes, drafting, and authorship. It also appears in contexts related to signing documents, author credits, or “written by” labels because the nib suggests pen-and-ink action. In design and interface elements, ✒ can indicate a form field for comments, a document editor, a blog post, or a “submit” action tied to text. Its meaning is usually straightforward: it visually communicates that something is being written or signed.
Common uses
- •Labeling a document or writing tool (e.g., “Notes ✒”)
- •Adding a signature-style icon to forms and sign-up pages
- •Marking author or writer sections in posts and newsletters
- •Decorating headings for writing, editing, or drafting features
- •Using as a small UI accent for comment boxes and feedback forms
Examples
✒ Black Nib Symbol (U+2712)
- ✒Signature ✒
- ✒Written by ✒ Alex Morgan
- ✒Start writing ✒
- ✒Editor’s note ✒
- ✒Submitted with ✒
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2712 | |
| HTML Entity | ✒ | |
| HTML Code | ✒ | |
| CSS | \2712 |
FAQ
What does the Black Nib symbol mean?
✒ (BLACK NIB, U+2712) is a Dingbats symbol that represents a pen tip or ink nib. In everyday use, it commonly stands for writing, notes, drafting, and authorship. It also appears in contexts related to signing documents, author credits, or “written by” labels because the nib suggests pen-and-ink action. In design and interface elements, ✒ can indicate a form field for comments, a document editor, a blog post, or a “submit” action tied to text. Its meaning is usually straightforward: it visually communicates that something is being written or signed.
What is the Unicode name of ✒?
✒ is named BLACK NIB (U+2712).
How do I copy ✒ into HTML?
Use the HTML entity: ✒.
What CSS escape can I use for the black nib?
Use: \\2712.
How do I render ✒ in JavaScript?
You can use: \\u{2712}.