Dot Minus Symbol
∸ is the dot minus symbol (U+2238) used as a compact minus-style mark.
U+2238
The symbol ∸ is known as the dot minus. It’s a Unicode character with the code point U+2238. Use it anywhere you need a small, typographic “minus” mark.
Dot Minus Symbol Meaning
∸ is the Unicode “DOT MINUS” symbol (U+2238). As its name suggests, it visually resembles a minus sign with a dot/marker emphasis, making it useful when a design calls for a compact “minus” indication rather than a full-length hyphen. In practice, people use ∸ as a decorative or typographic separator, a subtle way to represent subtraction or subtraction-like emphasis, and a symbol to denote change (for example, “minus” in a UI label or a note). Because it’s a specific Unicode character, it’s generally preferred over creative approximations when consistent typography matters.
Common uses
- •Indicating subtraction or decrease in headings, callouts, or labels
- •Using as a typographic minus-style separator in posters and layouts
- •Creating a compact “removed/negative” marker in UI mockups
- •Writing short technical notes where a distinct minus-like glyph is preferred
- •Adding decorative emphasis in documents, resumes, and design elements
Examples
∸ Dot Minus Symbol
- ∸Balance: 10 ∸ 2
- ∸Temperature: +5 ∸ 1
- ∸Item removed ∸ confirmation
- ∸Score change: 100 ∸ 25
- ∸Error: value ∸ corrected
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2238 | |
| HTML Entity | ∸ | |
| HTML Code | ∸ | |
| CSS | \2238 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 8760 | |
| Decimal | 8760 |
How to type Dot Minus Symbol (∸)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 8760 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2238 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2238. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2238, 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 Dot Minus symbol mean?
∸ is the Unicode “DOT MINUS” symbol (U+2238). As its name suggests, it visually resembles a minus sign with a dot/marker emphasis, making it useful when a design calls for a compact “minus” indication rather than a full-length hyphen. In practice, people use ∸ as a decorative or typographic separator, a subtle way to represent subtraction or subtraction-like emphasis, and a symbol to denote change (for example, “minus” in a UI label or a note). Because it’s a specific Unicode character, it’s generally preferred over creative approximations when consistent typography matters.
What is the Unicode name of ∸?
The Unicode name is “DOT MINUS”.
What is the Unicode code point for the dot minus symbol ∸?
Its code point is U+2238.
How can I copy ∸ into my code or documents?
You can copy the character directly, or use the provided escapes: HTML ∸, CSS \\\\2238, or JavaScript \\\\u{2238}.
Is ∸ the same as a regular minus sign?
It’s related visually to subtraction, but it is a distinct Unicode character (DOT MINUS), not the standard hyphen-minus or minus sign.