Music Sharp Sign Symbol
♯ is the music sharp sign used to indicate a raised pitch in musical notation.
U+266F
The ♯ symbol, called the music sharp sign, is used in musical contexts to show that a note is raised. It corresponds to Unicode U+266F and can be copied or inserted in web and design tools.
Music Sharp Sign Symbol Meaning
The ♯ symbol (Unicode U+266F), known as the music sharp sign, is used in music notation to indicate that a pitch should be raised by a semitone. You’ll often see it next to note names (like in handwritten lead sheets or simplified score text) to clarify the intended sound. In typography and digital content, it may also appear in headings, labels, or app interfaces related to music editing, audio notation, or tone/scale references. Because it’s a specific musical character, it’s most useful when you want clear, standards-based notation rather than using unrelated “#” symbols.
Common uses
- •Indicating a sharp note in simple text-based music references
- •Labeling keyboard or instrument mappings in music apps and guides
- •Marking key signatures or chord-related notes in online lesson notes
- •Creating sheet-music style UI elements (buttons, tags, or filters)
- •Typing accurate musical symbols for posts about scales and harmony
Examples
♯ Music Sharp Sign (U+266F)
- ♯Play F♯ at 120 BPM.
- ♯The melody includes C♯ and G♯.
- ♯Key of D♯ major for this practice run.
- ♯Select the sharp option: A♯.
- ♯Remember: E♯ is not the same as F.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+266F | |
| HTML Entity | ♯ | |
| HTML Code | ♯ | |
| CSS | \266F | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9839 | |
| Decimal | 9839 |
How to type Music Sharp Sign Symbol (♯)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9839 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 266F then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 266F. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 266f, 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 Music Sharp Sign symbol mean?
The ♯ symbol (Unicode U+266F), known as the music sharp sign, is used in music notation to indicate that a pitch should be raised by a semitone. You’ll often see it next to note names (like in handwritten lead sheets or simplified score text) to clarify the intended sound. In typography and digital content, it may also appear in headings, labels, or app interfaces related to music editing, audio notation, or tone/scale references. Because it’s a specific musical character, it’s most useful when you want clear, standards-based notation rather than using unrelated “#” symbols.
What is the Unicode code point for ♯?
The music sharp sign ♯ has Unicode code point U+266F.
How do I copy ♯ reliably on the web?
Copy the symbol directly from this page, or use its HTML entity ♯ or CSS escape \\266F.
Is ♯ the same as the keyboard “#” character?
No. ♯ is a dedicated music notation character (music sharp sign). The keyboard “#” is different and may not render or mean the same thing in musical contexts.
Where is ♯ typically used in music notation?
It’s commonly used next to note names to indicate that the pitch should be raised by a semitone.