En Quad Symbol
EN QUAD (U+2000) is a punctuation space character used for precise, fixed-width spacing.
U+2000
EN QUAD ( ) is a Unicode punctuation character representing an “en quad” width. It’s commonly used when you need predictable spacing rather than a flexible space. You can copy it directly or insert it using its Unicode code point.
En Quad Symbol Meaning
EN QUAD (Unicode U+2000) is a fixed-width spacing character often used in typography and text layout. Because it has a defined width, it can help you align text, create consistent indentation, or separate elements in a way that stays stable across rendering. It belongs to the Unicode category “Punctuation,” but it behaves as a space character rather than a visible punctuation mark. In practice, EN QUAD is most useful when you want a specific, typographic-size gap—similar in spirit to other quad-sized spaces.
Common uses
- •Consistent indentation in plain text where a normal space may be too narrow
- •Typographic spacing in design mockups and editorial layouts
- •Spacing in markup or templates where exact visual rhythm matters
- •Aligning short labels or columns in environments without full layout control
- •Creating consistent separators in text-based UI and documentation
Examples
EN QUAD symbol (U+2000)
- Hello World
- Section 1: Overview
- Item A — Notes
- Name: John Doe
- Step 1 Step 2
Variations
Ready to copy
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2000 | |
| HTML Entity |   | |
| HTML Code |   | |
| CSS | \2000 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 8192 | |
| Decimal | 8192 |
How to type En Quad Symbol ( )
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 8192 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2000 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2000. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2000, 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 En Quad symbol mean?
EN QUAD (Unicode U+2000) is a fixed-width spacing character often used in typography and text layout. Because it has a defined width, it can help you align text, create consistent indentation, or separate elements in a way that stays stable across rendering. It belongs to the Unicode category “Punctuation,” but it behaves as a space character rather than a visible punctuation mark. In practice, EN QUAD is most useful when you want a specific, typographic-size gap—similar in spirit to other quad-sized spaces.
Is EN QUAD the same as a normal space?
No. EN QUAD (U+2000) is a fixed-width typographic space with a specific width, while a normal space typically depends on font metrics.
How do I insert EN QUAD in HTML?
You can use the HTML entity   or paste the character directly into your content.
What is the Unicode code point for EN QUAD?
EN QUAD uses Unicode code point U+2000.
Will EN QUAD work in CSS?
Yes. You can use it in text content by pasting the character, or using the escape \\2000 (CSS escape) where supported.