APL Functional Symbol Quad Colon Symbol
⍠ is an APL functional symbol (quad colon), used as part of APL character sets in technical contexts.
U+2360
⍠ is a Unicode symbol used in APL-related technical writing. It’s identified as “APL FUNCTIONAL SYMBOL QUAD COLON” in Unicode. Use the copy options below to paste it reliably in documents and code-friendly text.
Apl Functional Symbol Quad Colon Symbol Meaning
⍠ is a Unicode character with code point U+2360, named “APL FUNCTIONAL SYMBOL QUAD COLON.” As an APL functional symbol, it belongs to the specialized character set used to represent functions, operators, and structured syntax in APL. On general platforms, you may mainly encounter it when reading or publishing APL code, formatting technical documentation, or referencing specific APL symbols by their Unicode identity. Because APL symbols can be unfamiliar outside APL environments, the most practical way to use ⍠ is to copy it directly, or reference it by its Unicode code point when you need consistent rendering.
Common uses
- •Pasting the symbol into APL documentation or a style guide
- •Referencing the Unicode character by code point in technical writing (U+2360)
- •Labeling a section or UI element for an APL-related tool or cheat sheet
- •Including the symbol in notes or comments when discussing APL syntax
- •Creating educational posts that show exact APL characters without substitution
Examples
⍠ APL Functional Symbol Quad Colon
- ⍠Unicode for ⍠ is U+2360.
- ⍠Copy ⍠ to use the APL functional symbol in your text.
- ⍠In APL references, ⍠ appears as the functional symbol quad colon.
- ⍠The symbol ⍠ may require a font that supports APL characters.
- ⍠Use ⍠ when embedding ⍠ in HTML.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2360 | |
| HTML Entity | ⍠ | |
| HTML Code | ⍠ | |
| CSS | \2360 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9056 | |
| Decimal | 9056 |
How to type APL Functional Symbol Quad Colon Symbol (⍠)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9056 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2360 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2360. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2360, 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 Colon symbol mean?
⍠ is a Unicode character with code point U+2360, named “APL FUNCTIONAL SYMBOL QUAD COLON.” As an APL functional symbol, it belongs to the specialized character set used to represent functions, operators, and structured syntax in APL. On general platforms, you may mainly encounter it when reading or publishing APL code, formatting technical documentation, or referencing specific APL symbols by their Unicode identity. Because APL symbols can be unfamiliar outside APL environments, the most practical way to use ⍠ is to copy it directly, or reference it by its Unicode code point when you need consistent rendering.
What is the Unicode code point for ⍠?
⍠ is U+2360.
What is the official Unicode name of ⍠?
Its Unicode name is “APL FUNCTIONAL SYMBOL QUAD COLON.”
How can I copy ⍠ reliably into HTML?
You can use the HTML entity: ⍠
Is ⍠ only used in APL code?
It’s most commonly seen in APL-related technical text, but you may also use it when labeling or referencing the exact Unicode APL character in documentation or educational material.