Fraction Slash Symbol
⁄ (U+2044) is the fraction slash used to write inline fractions and typographically polished text ratios.
U+2044
The fraction slash (⁄) is a punctuation symbol designed specifically for writing fractions in a compact, readable way. Unlike a regular forward slash, it’s set with typographic spacing suited to fraction-like text. Copy it directly or use the provided Unicode and escape values in your code.
Fraction Slash Symbol Meaning
⁄ is the Unicode “FRACTION SLASH” (U+2044). It’s commonly used in text where you want an inline fraction-style separator, such as “1⁄2” or “3⁄4”. Because it is distinct from the normal forward slash (/), it can look more appropriate when fractions are written as part of running text, such as measurements, ratios, and shorthand calculations. In HTML, it can be represented as ⁄ and in many programming languages it can be written using the Unicode escape. It’s categorized as punctuation, making it suitable for typographic layouts and UI text where you want cleaner fraction presentation.
Common uses
- •Writing inline fractions like 1⁄2 and 3⁄4 in running text
- •Displaying measurements or proportions in UI labels and product descriptions
- •Formatting ratios and dose shorthand (for example, 2⁄3) in text-heavy documents
- •Creating typographically consistent separators in design mockups
- •Adding readable fraction-like values in social posts and captions
Examples
⁄ Fraction Slash
- ⁄Half is written as 1⁄2.
- ⁄Use 3⁄4 cup for this recipe.
- ⁄The ratio is 2⁄3 in this dataset.
- ⁄Try a brightness level of 40⁄100.
- ⁄The page shows 5⁄8 progress.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2044 | |
| HTML Entity | ⁄ | |
| HTML Code | ⁄ | |
| CSS | \2044 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 8260 | |
| Decimal | 8260 |
How to type Fraction Slash Symbol (⁄)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 8260 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2044 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2044. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2044, 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 Fraction Slash symbol mean?
⁄ is the Unicode “FRACTION SLASH” (U+2044). It’s commonly used in text where you want an inline fraction-style separator, such as “1⁄2” or “3⁄4”. Because it is distinct from the normal forward slash (/), it can look more appropriate when fractions are written as part of running text, such as measurements, ratios, and shorthand calculations. In HTML, it can be represented as ⁄ and in many programming languages it can be written using the Unicode escape. It’s categorized as punctuation, making it suitable for typographic layouts and UI text where you want cleaner fraction presentation.
What is the difference between ⁄ and /?
⁄ is the Unicode “FRACTION SLASH” (U+2044) and is intended for fraction-style inline text. / is a general forward slash and may not look as typographically correct for fractions in some fonts.
How do I type ⁄ on my device?
You can copy and paste it (⁄). If your system supports Unicode input, you may also enter it by Unicode code point U+2044.
What is the HTML code for the fraction slash?
In HTML, you can use the entity ⁄ to display ⁄.
Is ⁄ supported in programming languages?
Yes. You can use the Unicode escape \u0000{2044} (javascript_escape provided: \\u{2044}) or the CSS escape \\2044 (css_escape provided) in environments that support Unicode escapes.