Figure Dash Symbol
The ‒ figure dash (U+2012) is a punctuation dash used to separate or punctuate text with a shorter dash shape.
U+2012
‒ is the Figure Dash, a punctuation symbol with code point U+2012. It’s often chosen when you want a dash that looks shorter and more “number-like” than longer dashes.
Figure Dash Symbol Meaning
The Figure Dash (‒) is a punctuation dash at Unicode code point U+2012. It’s primarily used as a dash-like character in text where a shorter dash is preferred for readability or typographic consistency—especially in number-adjacent contexts such as spans, ranges, or structured labels. Compared with hyphens (-) or longer dashes (– / —), the figure dash has a distinct visual width that can help align content and reduce ambiguity in typography. In practice, it’s a useful choice for designers, editors, and developers who need a specific dash style rather than the generic ASCII hyphen.
Common uses
- •Indicating ranges or spans in formatted text (e.g., page or time spans)
- •Separating items in labels where a shorter dash looks cleaner than an em dash
- •Typography in data tables or UI strings that require consistent punctuation width
- •Creating stylized headings or separators in design mockups
- •Rendering copy that must match a particular typographic dash style
Examples
‒ Figure Dash
- ‒Pages 12‒15 show the full summary.
- ‒Batch A‒D will be processed overnight.
- ‒Updated: Version 2.1‒2.3 (inclusive).
- ‒Lines 40‒42 contain the key results.
- ‒Route 3‒5 is currently unavailable.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2012 | |
| HTML Entity | ‒ | |
| HTML Code | ‒ | |
| CSS | \2012 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 8210 | |
| Decimal | 8210 |
How to type Figure Dash Symbol (‒)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 8210 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2012 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2012. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2012, 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 Figure Dash symbol mean?
The Figure Dash (‒) is a punctuation dash at Unicode code point U+2012. It’s primarily used as a dash-like character in text where a shorter dash is preferred for readability or typographic consistency—especially in number-adjacent contexts such as spans, ranges, or structured labels. Compared with hyphens (-) or longer dashes (– / —), the figure dash has a distinct visual width that can help align content and reduce ambiguity in typography. In practice, it’s a useful choice for designers, editors, and developers who need a specific dash style rather than the generic ASCII hyphen.
What is the Unicode code point for ‒?
The Figure Dash is U+2012.
How do I type ‒ on a keyboard?
Most keyboards don’t have a dedicated key. Copy/paste it (from this page), or insert it using your app’s Unicode/character picker, or via code point U+2012.
Is ‒ the same as a hyphen (-)?
No. ‒ is Figure Dash (U+2012), while - is Hyphen-Minus. They can look similar, but they are distinct characters.
How can I use it in HTML, CSS, or JavaScript?
HTML entity: ‒ CSS escape: \\2012 JavaScript escape: \\u{2012}.