For All Symbol
“∀” means “for all” and is commonly used to express universal statements in math and logic.
U+2200
The symbol “∀” (Unicode U+2200) is read as “for all.” It’s widely used in logic and mathematics to indicate a statement holds universally. You can copy it as-is or use its HTML/CSS/JavaScript escapes.
For All Symbol Meaning
The “∀” symbol, pronounced “for all,” is the universal quantifier in formal logic. It indicates that a statement applies to every element in a particular domain. For example, you might see it used to express that a property holds for all numbers, for all points in a set, or for all values within a defined range. In writing and documentation, “∀” can also appear in math education, proofs, and technical specifications. Because it’s a dedicated Unicode character, it works well for consistent rendering across fonts and platforms that support it.
Common uses
- •Writing formal logic statements like “for all x, …” in notes or documentation
- •Expressing universal rules in math problem solutions and proofs
- •Labeling or annotating constraints in formal specifications (e.g., “for all inputs …”)
- •Creating math or logic diagram text in slides, posters, and textbooks
- •Using as a typographic symbol in developer-facing documentation for specifications
Examples
∀ For All Symbol (Unicode U+2200)
- ∀∀x ∈ ℝ, x² ≥ 0
- ∀If ∀n, P(n) holds, then P is true for all n
- ∀∀points p in the set, the distance is defined
- ∀∀messages m, the validation rule applies
- ∀State the claim using ∀x before the predicate
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2200 | |
| HTML Entity | ∀ | |
| HTML Code | ∀ | |
| CSS | \2200 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 8704 | |
| Decimal | 8704 |
How to type For All Symbol (∀)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 8704 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2200 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2200. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2200, 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 symbol ∀ mean?
“∀” is read as “for all” and is used as the universal quantifier, meaning a statement applies to every element in a domain.
How do I copy the ∀ symbol?
You can copy “∀” directly. For code, you can use HTML “∀”, CSS escape “\\2200”, or JavaScript escape “\\u{2200}”.
What is the Unicode value for ∀?
The symbol ∀ has Unicode code point U+2200.
Where is ∀ commonly used?
It’s commonly used in logic and mathematics to write universal statements, and sometimes in technical writing when describing rules that apply to all inputs or cases.