Decimal Separator Key Symbol
⎖ (U+2396) is a technical symbol representing a decimal separator key.
U+2396
The symbol ⎖ is known as the Decimal Separator Key Symbol. It’s part of the Unicode Technical & Computer set and is commonly used in interface text, keyboard-related labels, and documentation. You can copy it directly or use its code point in HTML and JavaScript.
Decimal Separator Key Symbol Symbol Meaning
⎖ (Unicode U+2396) is the “Decimal Separator Key Symbol.” It visually indicates the key or function related to entering a decimal separator in numeric input contexts. In user interfaces, forms, and technical documentation, it helps clarify where the decimal point (or locale-specific decimal separator) is entered—especially when describing keyboard keys or input behavior. Because it is a dedicated technical symbol rather than plain punctuation, it’s useful when you want a precise, consistent glyph that signals “decimal separator key” intent. It’s also handy in developer-oriented text, such as comments, labels, and accessibility descriptions tied to numeric entry.
Common uses
- •Keyboard help text and shortcuts for numeric entry
- •UI labels explaining where to type the decimal separator
- •Documentation for calculators, financial tools, or data entry forms
- •Developer notes for internationalization and numeric input behavior
- •Educational or tutorial content about decimal input on different locales
Examples
⎖ Decimal Separator Key Symbol
- ⎖Press ⎖ to enter the decimal separator.
- ⎖Use ⎖ when entering amounts like 12⎖34.
- ⎖On some keyboards, ⎖ is mapped to the decimal point.
- ⎖The keypad key labeled ⎖ accepts decimal input.
- ⎖In this form, ⎖ represents the decimal separator.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2396 | |
| HTML Entity | ⎖ | |
| HTML Code | ⎖ | |
| CSS | \2396 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9110 | |
| Decimal | 9110 |
How to type Decimal Separator Key Symbol (⎖)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9110 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2396 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2396. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2396, 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 Decimal Separator Key Symbol symbol mean?
⎖ (Unicode U+2396) is the “Decimal Separator Key Symbol.” It visually indicates the key or function related to entering a decimal separator in numeric input contexts. In user interfaces, forms, and technical documentation, it helps clarify where the decimal point (or locale-specific decimal separator) is entered—especially when describing keyboard keys or input behavior. Because it is a dedicated technical symbol rather than plain punctuation, it’s useful when you want a precise, consistent glyph that signals “decimal separator key” intent. It’s also handy in developer-oriented text, such as comments, labels, and accessibility descriptions tied to numeric entry.
What is ⎖ called?
⎖ is called the Decimal Separator Key Symbol (Unicode U+2396).
How can I copy ⎖ into my text?
Copy the character directly from this page (⎖). For reliability in code, you can also use its HTML entity ⎖ or its Unicode code point U+2396.
What are the correct code representations for ⎖?
Unicode code point: U+2396. HTML entity: ⎖. CSS escape: \\2396. JavaScript escape: \\u{2396}.
Is ⎖ the same as a decimal point '.'?
Not exactly. ⎖ is a dedicated technical symbol indicating the decimal separator key/function, while '.' is a regular decimal punctuation character.