Squared Saltire Symbol
⛝ Squared Saltire is a Unicode miscellaneous symbol you can copy, search, and use in text or UI designs.
U+26DD
The ⛝ symbol, called “Squared Saltire,” appears as a distinctive crossed mark within a square frame. It’s useful when you need a compact decorative icon that works well in text and UI elements.
Squared Saltire Symbol Meaning
⛝ (Unicode “SQUARED SALTIRE”, U+26DD) is a decorative geometric symbol featuring a saltire-style cross shape presented inside a squared layout. Because it’s categorized as “Miscellaneous,” it doesn’t have one universally fixed cultural meaning. In practice, people use it for visual markers such as section dividers, icon-like bullets, or small badges in text. Designers often choose it when they want a simple, high-contrast glyph that stands out without relying on images. It’s also handy for labeling or indicating status in drafts and prototypes where a neutral ornament is preferable.
Common uses
- •As a decorative bullet or list marker in notes and documents
- •Small badge-style separators in posters, flyers, and slide decks
- •Icon-like indicators in UI mockups and inline text components
- •Visual theming in social posts, captions, and signage drafts
- •Marking categories or tags in plain-text templates
Examples
⛝ Squared Saltire Symbol
- ⛝Today’s plan ⛝ Work ⛝ Break ⛝ Review
- ⛝Section A ⛝ Key points ⛝ Next steps
- ⛝Queue status: pending ⛝ in progress ⛝ done
- ⛝Feature list: ⛝ Fast setup ⛝ Clean layout ⛝ Export options
- ⛝Choose one option ⛝ Standard ⛝ Compact ⛝ Pro
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+26DD | |
| HTML Entity | ⛝ | |
| HTML Code | ⛝ | |
| CSS | \26DD | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9949 | |
| Decimal | 9949 |
How to type Squared Saltire Symbol (⛝)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9949 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 26DD then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 26DD. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 26dd, 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 Squared Saltire symbol mean?
⛝ (Unicode “SQUARED SALTIRE”, U+26DD) is a decorative geometric symbol featuring a saltire-style cross shape presented inside a squared layout. Because it’s categorized as “Miscellaneous,” it doesn’t have one universally fixed cultural meaning. In practice, people use it for visual markers such as section dividers, icon-like bullets, or small badges in text. Designers often choose it when they want a simple, high-contrast glyph that stands out without relying on images. It’s also handy for labeling or indicating status in drafts and prototypes where a neutral ornament is preferable.
What is the Unicode name of ⛝?
The Unicode name is “SQUARED SALTIRE.”
What is the code point for ⛝?
Its Unicode code point is U+26DD.
How can I copy ⛝ for use in documents or design tools?
Copy the character directly from this page (⛝) and paste it into your editor, layout, or text field.
Will ⛝ look the same everywhere?
Like most Unicode characters, appearance can vary by font and platform, but the underlying character remains ⛝ (U+26DD).