APL Functional Symbol Quad Symbol
⎕ is the APL functional symbol quad used in APL programming and related technical contexts.
U+2395
The symbol ⎕ is known as the APL Functional Symbol Quad. It’s a technical character associated with APL notation. This page helps you copy it and use it correctly in text, design, and code.
Apl Functional Symbol Quad Symbol Meaning
⎕ is an APL functional symbol (Unicode U+2395, HTML entity ⎕). In APL contexts, the quad symbol is used as a functional notation element. Because it is specific to APL-style typography and programming discussions, you’ll mostly encounter ⎕ in documentation, code examples, and references to APL language features rather than everyday writing. When you need the exact character, rely on its Unicode code point (U+2395) or copy it directly from here to avoid look-alike characters. It’s also useful in technical writing where you want to reproduce APL symbols precisely.
Common uses
- •Copying the exact APL symbol in documentation and tutorials
- •Writing APL-related blog posts, comments, or forum replies
- •Including APL notation in technical reports and specs
- •Using the symbol in UI mockups or diagrams that reference APL
- •Preserving the correct character in code samples and markdown/text content
Examples
⎕ APL Functional Symbol Quad
- ⎕In APL, ⎕ appears as a functional symbol in notation.
- ⎕The dataset was accessed using ⎕ in the reference code.
- ⎕See the APL guide for the meaning of ⎕ in expressions.
- ⎕I copied ⎕ from the Unicode table to keep the symbol exact.
- ⎕The function header included ⎕ to match the original APL snippet.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2395 | |
| HTML Entity | ⎕ | |
| HTML Code | ⎕ | |
| CSS | \2395 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9109 | |
| Decimal | 9109 |
How to type APL Functional Symbol Quad Symbol (⎕)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9109 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2395 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2395. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2395, 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 Apl Functional Symbol Quad symbol mean?
⎕ is an APL functional symbol (Unicode U+2395, HTML entity ⎕). In APL contexts, the quad symbol is used as a functional notation element. Because it is specific to APL-style typography and programming discussions, you’ll mostly encounter ⎕ in documentation, code examples, and references to APL language features rather than everyday writing. When you need the exact character, rely on its Unicode code point (U+2395) or copy it directly from here to avoid look-alike characters. It’s also useful in technical writing where you want to reproduce APL symbols precisely.
What is ⎕ called?
⎕ is called the APL Functional Symbol Quad (Unicode name: APL FUNCTIONAL SYMBOL QUAD).
What is the Unicode code point for ⎕?
Its Unicode code point is U+2395.
How can I copy ⎕ into my project?
Copy the character directly from this page, or use the provided encodings (HTML ⎕, CSS \\2395, JavaScript \\u{2395}).
Is ⎕ the same as any other similar-looking symbol?
No—use the exact character U+2395. Similar glyphs may exist in fonts, but they can be different Unicode characters.