Heavy Multiplication X Symbol
✖ is the heavy multiplication X symbol (U+2716), often used to mark errors or cross-outs.
U+2716
✖ (U+2716) is a Dingbats character commonly recognized as a heavy “X” mark. It’s useful for indicating cancellation, mistakes, or a multiplication-style cross in text.
Heavy Multiplication X Symbol Meaning
The “✖” character is named Heavy Multiplication X (Unicode U+2716). Visually, it resembles a bold cross or multiplication sign, which is why people use it for “wrong,” “delete,” or “cancel” indicators in interfaces and documents. In typography and simple text layouts, it can also serve as a multiplication-style marker, especially when you want a thick, high-contrast X. It differs from lighter X characters in weight, making it easier to spot in UI labels, notifications, or checklists. Because it’s a Dingbats symbol, it’s often chosen for visual emphasis rather than detailed mathematical notation.
Common uses
- •Marking errors or invalid inputs in forms and status messages
- •Indicating cancellation, removal, or deletion in lists
- •Creating “not allowed” or “failed” badges in UI components
- •Separating items in lightweight text layouts as a bold cross marker
- •Denoting multiplication-style emphasis in plain-text design mockups
Examples
✖ Heavy Multiplication X Symbol
- ✖Error: ✖ invalid email address
- ✖Status: ✖ failed to save changes
- ✖Remove item ✖ from the list
- ✖Cancelled ✖ subscription update
- ✖Incorrect ✖ please try again
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2716 | |
| HTML Entity | ✖ | |
| HTML Code | ✖ | |
| CSS | \2716 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 10006 | |
| Decimal | 10006 |
How to type Heavy Multiplication X Symbol (✖)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 10006 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2716 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2716. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2716, 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 Heavy Multiplication X symbol mean?
The “✖” character is named Heavy Multiplication X (Unicode U+2716). Visually, it resembles a bold cross or multiplication sign, which is why people use it for “wrong,” “delete,” or “cancel” indicators in interfaces and documents. In typography and simple text layouts, it can also serve as a multiplication-style marker, especially when you want a thick, high-contrast X. It differs from lighter X characters in weight, making it easier to spot in UI labels, notifications, or checklists. Because it’s a Dingbats symbol, it’s often chosen for visual emphasis rather than detailed mathematical notation.
What Unicode character is ✖?
✖ is Heavy Multiplication X, Unicode code point U+2716.
How do I insert ✖ in HTML?
Use the HTML entity: ✖.
How do I use ✖ in CSS or stylesheets?
You can use the CSS escape: \\2716.
How do I use ✖ in JavaScript strings?
Use the JavaScript escape: \\u{2716}.