Power On-off Symbol
The ⏼ Power On-Off Symbol indicates turning power on and off in a compact, text-friendly way.
U+23FC
⏼ is a “power on-off” technical symbol used to represent switchable power states. It’s useful in UI labels, documentation, and plain text where icons may not render as intended. Below you’ll find copy options and code-friendly escapes.
Power On-off Symbol Symbol Meaning
The ⏼ “Power On-Off Symbol” is commonly used to convey that a device or function can be powered on or turned off. Because it’s a dedicated Unicode technical symbol (U+23FC), it works well in environments where you want a consistent glyph without relying on external images. People use it to label controls, buttons, status lines, and instructions in documentation or software interfaces. In plain text, it helps clarify the intended action (“power on/off”) without adding extra words. It doesn’t replace every standard power icon, but it’s a practical choice when you want a Unicode character that reads clearly.
Common uses
- •Labeling a power toggle or on/off switch in a text UI
- •Adding a clear on/off indicator in device documentation
- •Marking power-related actions in help text or troubleshooting guides
- •Using as an inline status cue in chat, logs, or system messages
- •Designing lightweight UI prototypes where images aren’t available
Examples
⏼ Power On-Off Symbol
- ⏼Power ⏼
- ⏼Set the device to ⏼ before disconnecting.
- ⏼Status: ⏼ (toggle to change power state).
- ⏼Press the ⏼ button to turn on or off.
- ⏼Update scheduled only when power is set to ⏼.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+23FC | |
| HTML Entity | ⏼ | |
| HTML Code | ⏼ | |
| CSS | \23FC | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9212 | |
| Decimal | 9212 |
How to type Power On-off Symbol (⏼)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9212 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 23FC then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 23FC. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 23fc, 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 Power On-off Symbol symbol mean?
The ⏼ “Power On-Off Symbol” is commonly used to convey that a device or function can be powered on or turned off. Because it’s a dedicated Unicode technical symbol (U+23FC), it works well in environments where you want a consistent glyph without relying on external images. People use it to label controls, buttons, status lines, and instructions in documentation or software interfaces. In plain text, it helps clarify the intended action (“power on/off”) without adding extra words. It doesn’t replace every standard power icon, but it’s a practical choice when you want a Unicode character that reads clearly.
What is the Unicode code point for ⏼?
⏼ is U+23FC (Unicode name: POWER ON-OFF SYMBOL).
How can I copy the symbol from this page?
Select the “⏼” character and copy it, or use the provided copy variations in the field above.
How do I include ⏼ in HTML?
Use the HTML entity: ⏼
What are the CSS and JavaScript escapes for ⏼?
CSS escape: \\23FC. JavaScript escape: \\u{23FC}.