Ballot Box Symbol
☐ is the ballot box symbol, commonly used as an unfilled checkbox or voting indicator.
U+2610
The ☐ symbol (U+2610) is a simple, open ballot box shape. It’s frequently used as a checkbox-like marker in text, documents, and UI labels. You can copy it directly or use the provided character code for development.
Ballot Box Symbol Meaning
☐ is the Unicode “BALLOT BOX” symbol (U+2610). Visually, it resembles an empty checkbox, so many people use it to mark “not selected” or as a neutral selection indicator in text content and design mockups. In voting or survey contexts, it can imply an unmarked ballot box. Because the glyph looks like a checkbox, it’s also used for bullet-style checklists when you want a minimalist symbol rather than a full UI control. Its meaning is usually inferred by surrounding text such as “agree,” “vote,” or “choose one.”
Common uses
- •Text checklists to indicate an unchecked item
- •Survey and form labels in plain text or chat messages
- •Design placeholders for selection indicators in mockups
- •Voting-related headings and status notes (e.g., unmarked ballot)
- •Accessibility-friendly alternatives when a real checkbox UI isn’t available
Examples
☐ Ballot box symbol (copy & paste)
- ☐☐ Yes, I agree to the terms
- ☐☐ Option A
- ☐☐ Vote received (unconfirmed)
- ☐☐ Waiting for approval
- ☐☐ Please select one choice
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2610 | |
| HTML Entity | ☐ | |
| HTML Code | ☐ | |
| CSS | \2610 |
FAQ
What does the Ballot Box symbol mean?
☐ is the Unicode “BALLOT BOX” symbol (U+2610). Visually, it resembles an empty checkbox, so many people use it to mark “not selected” or as a neutral selection indicator in text content and design mockups. In voting or survey contexts, it can imply an unmarked ballot box. Because the glyph looks like a checkbox, it’s also used for bullet-style checklists when you want a minimalist symbol rather than a full UI control. Its meaning is usually inferred by surrounding text such as “agree,” “vote,” or “choose one.”
What is the Unicode name for ☑/☐?
For this page, ☒ is not involved. The symbol ☒ is not shown here; specifically, ☐ is named “BALLOT BOX” in Unicode.
Is ☐ the same as a checkbox?
It’s commonly used like an empty checkbox, but it’s technically a ballot box character (Unicode U+2610). Its meaning depends on context.
What’s the character code for ☐?
Unicode code point: U+2610. HTML entity: ☐. CSS escape: \\2610. JavaScript escape: \\u{2610}.
Will it display correctly everywhere?
Most modern fonts support it, but glyph appearance can vary slightly by font. If you’re targeting many platforms, test your chosen font and fallback behavior.