Black Vertical Rectangle Symbol
▮ is a black vertical rectangle used as a simple block or bar shape.
U+25AE
▮ (U+25AE) is called the Black Vertical Rectangle. It’s a geometric, solid shape that works well anywhere you need a clear visual marker or bar.
Black Vertical Rectangle Symbol Meaning
The Black Vertical Rectangle (▮) is primarily used as a solid vertical block. In many contexts, it reads visually as a “bar,” “indicator,” or “divider” because it has strong contrast and a straightforward shape. Designers may use it as a minimalist decoration, status mark, or punctuation-like element in layouts. In text, it can help create simple visual rhythm, such as list markers or progress-like indicators (though it is not an actual progress bar component). It may also appear in fonts and UI mockups as a consistent, compact glyph for vertical emphasis.
Common uses
- •Use as a minimalist vertical separator in headings or labels
- •Create list-style markers in text when you want a solid icon-like bullet
- •Add a compact status indicator or badge-like element in UI text
- •Design simple bar or tick visuals in infographics and mockups
- •Enhance typography with a punctuation-like glyph for visual structure
Examples
▮ Black Vertical Rectangle
- ▮Loading ▮▮▮
- ▮Section ▮ Details
- ▮Status: ▮ Active
- ▮Progress ▮▮▮▮▮ (step indicators)
- ▮─────────▮─────────
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+25AE | |
| HTML Entity | ▮ | |
| HTML Code | ▮ | |
| CSS | \25AE | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9646 | |
| Decimal | 9646 |
How to type Black Vertical Rectangle Symbol (▮)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9646 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 25AE then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 25AE. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 25ae, 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 Vertical Rectangle symbol mean?
The Black Vertical Rectangle (▮) is primarily used as a solid vertical block. In many contexts, it reads visually as a “bar,” “indicator,” or “divider” because it has strong contrast and a straightforward shape. Designers may use it as a minimalist decoration, status mark, or punctuation-like element in layouts. In text, it can help create simple visual rhythm, such as list markers or progress-like indicators (though it is not an actual progress bar component). It may also appear in fonts and UI mockups as a consistent, compact glyph for vertical emphasis.
What is the Unicode name of ▮?
▮ is named BLACK VERTICAL RECTANGLE.
What is the Unicode code point for this symbol?
The Unicode code point is U+25AE.
How can I include ▮ in HTML?
Use the HTML entity: ▮
How do I use ▮ in CSS and JavaScript?
CSS escape: \\25AE. JavaScript escape: \\u{25AE}.