APL Functional Symbol Up Shoe Jot Symbol
⍝ (U+235D) is an APL functional symbol known as up shoe jot.
U+235D
The symbol ⍝ is part of APL’s technical character set. It’s a functional symbol used in APL notation. If you need it for code, documentation, or typography, this page gives practical copy options.
Apl Functional Symbol Up Shoe Jot Symbol Meaning
⍝ is the Unicode character “APL FUNCTIONAL SYMBOL UP SHOE JOT” (U+235D). In APL, this kind of character is used as part of the language’s symbols and operators, rather than as a decorative glyph. “Up shoe jot” refers to the symbol’s specific role within APL’s functional symbol set, where small glyph differences distinguish distinct operations. Because it’s an APL-specific symbol, you’ll mainly encounter it in APL programs, APL-related documentation, or technical posts where exact characters matter.
Common uses
- •Pasting APL code snippets that include the ⍝ functional symbol
- •Labeling or annotating terms in APL documentation and tutorials
- •Sharing technical APL examples in forums, issues, and chat
- •Preparing UI text or design mockups that must match APL glyphs
- •Creating text-based references for APL symbol sets
Examples
⍝ APL functional symbol up shoe jot
- ⍝⍝ Example comment in an APL snippet
- ⍝Copy this exact symbol: ⍝
- ⍝APL notation includes ⍝ in this section
- ⍝When documenting operators, use ⍝ precisely
- ⍝This prompt needs ⍝: U+235D
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+235D | |
| HTML Entity | ⍝ | |
| HTML Code | ⍝ | |
| CSS | \235D | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9053 | |
| Decimal | 9053 |
How to type APL Functional Symbol Up Shoe Jot Symbol (⍝)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9053 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 235D then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 235D. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 235d, 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 Up Shoe Jot symbol mean?
⍝ is the Unicode character “APL FUNCTIONAL SYMBOL UP SHOE JOT” (U+235D). In APL, this kind of character is used as part of the language’s symbols and operators, rather than as a decorative glyph. “Up shoe jot” refers to the symbol’s specific role within APL’s functional symbol set, where small glyph differences distinguish distinct operations. Because it’s an APL-specific symbol, you’ll mainly encounter it in APL programs, APL-related documentation, or technical posts where exact characters matter.
What is the Unicode code point for ⍝?
⍝ is U+235D.
What is ⍝ called?
Its Unicode name is “APL FUNCTIONAL SYMBOL UP SHOE JOT,” commonly referred to as “APL functional symbol up shoe jot.”
How can I copy ⍝ into code?
You can copy the literal symbol (⍝) or use escapes like \\u{235D} (JavaScript) or \\235D (CSS escape).
Where would I typically see ⍝?
It’s mainly found in APL code, APL documentation, and technical references where exact APL characters are required.