Nand Symbol
⊼ is the NAND symbol (U+22BC), used to represent the logical “not-and” operation.
U+22BC
The symbol ⊼ is commonly known as NAND. It’s the “not-and” logic operator used in Boolean algebra and digital logic notation. Here you’ll find practical ways to copy and use it correctly.
Nand Symbol Meaning
⊼ is the Unicode character for “NAND” (Unicode name: NAND, code point U+22BC). In logic, NAND means “NOT (A AND B)”: the output is true except when all inputs are true. Because it is the negation of conjunction, NAND is often used to describe Boolean expressions, truth tables, and digital circuits. In digital electronics, NAND gates are widely used since they can be built easily from transistors and can form any Boolean function when combined with other gates. In math-style writing, ⊼ helps compactly express logical operations within formulas and diagrams.
Common uses
- •Writing Boolean expressions using NAND as the not-and operator
- •Labeling logic gate diagrams with NAND to indicate inverted conjunction
- •Describing truth tables and evaluating logical conditions
- •Annotating digital circuit designs where NAND gates implement functions
- •Using the symbol in documentation, specs, or teaching materials for logic
Examples
⊼ NAND Symbol (U+22BC)
- ⊼F = A ⊼ B
- ⊼Output is true unless both inputs are true (A ⊼ B).
- ⊼Let G = (X ⊼ Y) ⊼ Z.
- ⊼This circuit uses ⊼ gates to produce the required logic.
- ⊼The NAND of inputs 1 and 1 is 0.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+22BC | |
| HTML Entity | ⊼ | |
| HTML Code | ⊼ | |
| CSS | \22BC | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 8892 | |
| Decimal | 8892 |
How to type Nand Symbol (⊼)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 8892 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 22BC then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 22BC. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 22bc, 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 symbol is ⊼ called?
⊼ is commonly called the NAND symbol (Unicode name: NAND).
What does NAND mean in logic?
NAND means NOT (A AND B): it outputs true for all cases except when both inputs are true.
What are the Unicode details for ⊼?
Unicode code point is U+22BC. HTML entity is ⊼. CSS escape is \\22BC. JavaScript escape is \\u{22BC}.
How can I copy ⊼ into text or code?
Copy the character ⊼ directly from this page, or use the provided Unicode/escape forms (U+22BC / ⊼ / \\22BC / \\u{22BC}).