Gear Without Hub Symbol
⛭ is the “Gear Without Hub” symbol (U+26ED) used to suggest machinery, settings, or technical work.
U+26ED
The ⛭ symbol is a gear icon without a central hub, often used to visually imply mechanics or configuration. It’s handy in interfaces and documents where you want a technical, industrial feel. Below you’ll find meanings, uses, and copy-ready options.
Gear Without Hub Symbol Meaning
⛭ (U+26ED), named “GEAR WITHOUT HUB,” depicts a gear shape that suggests mechanical systems, tools, or industrial processes. It’s commonly used to represent “engineering” or “mechanism” in icon sets, help text, and UI labels—especially when you want a technical, settings-adjacent vibe without using a full gear with a center. Because it’s an unmistakable mechanical form, writers and designers often use it to theme tutorials, maintenance content, or workflow steps. In developer contexts, it can also work as a lightweight decorative symbol for scripts, build steps, or system-related notes.
Common uses
- •Settings or configuration labels in apps (e.g., “mechanism” options)
- •Maintenance and repair documentation headings or section markers
- •Engineering or technical blog/tuto rial callouts and badges
- •Game UI or HUD icons for crafting, machines, or upgrades
- •Developer notes for build/process/automation steps
Examples
⛭ Gear Without Hub
- ⛭Open ⛭ settings to customize your workflow.
- ⛭Step 2: verify ⛭ maintenance requirements.
- ⛭⛭ Engine tuning guide (updated weekly).
- ⛭Crafting station: ⛭ gears and components.
- ⛭Build step: ⛭ dependency check complete.
Variations
Ready to copy
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+26ED | |
| HTML Entity | ⛭ | |
| HTML Code | ⛭ | |
| CSS | \26ED | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9965 | |
| Decimal | 9965 |
How to type Gear Without Hub Symbol (⛭)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9965 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 26ED then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 26ED. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 26ed, 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 Gear Without Hub symbol mean?
⛭ (U+26ED), named “GEAR WITHOUT HUB,” depicts a gear shape that suggests mechanical systems, tools, or industrial processes. It’s commonly used to represent “engineering” or “mechanism” in icon sets, help text, and UI labels—especially when you want a technical, settings-adjacent vibe without using a full gear with a center. Because it’s an unmistakable mechanical form, writers and designers often use it to theme tutorials, maintenance content, or workflow steps. In developer contexts, it can also work as a lightweight decorative symbol for scripts, build steps, or system-related notes.
What is the Unicode name of ⛭?
The Unicode name is “GEAR WITHOUT HUB.”
What is the Unicode code point for this symbol?
The Unicode code point is U+26ED.
How can I copy ⛭ for use in a web page?
You can copy the character directly (⛭) or use the HTML entity ⛭ / ⛭.
When should I use ⛭ instead of a regular gear icon?
Use ⛭ when you want a gear-like, technical cue without a prominent center/hub—useful for compact UI badges, mechanical-themed section markers, or settings-style labels.