Print Screen Symbol Symbol
The ⎙ Print Screen Symbol represents the print screen action in text, icons, and UI hints.
U+2399
⎙ is a technical character used to suggest taking a screenshot of what’s on your screen. It’s commonly placed next to keyboard labels and help text. You can copy it directly or use its Unicode code point in code and design tools.
Print Screen Symbol Symbol Meaning
⎙ is the Unicode character named “PRINT SCREEN SYMBOL” with code point U+2399. It visually indicates the print screen action—typically associated with capturing the current display as an image. Because it has a distinct, recognizable look, it’s often used in user instructions, keyboard shortcuts lists, and interface tooltips. In documents and tutorials, the symbol can replace longer phrases like “Print Screen” while still being clear to readers. In developer contexts, it may appear in rendered UI text, documentation, or icon-style labels where a plain word would take more space.
Common uses
- •Keyboard shortcut hints (e.g., pairing with keys like PrtScn)
- •Help text in apps and operating system tutorials
- •User guides and documentation for screenshots
- •UI tooltips and onboarding screens that instruct users
- •Design mockups where you need a compact icon-like label
Examples
⎙ Print Screen Symbol (U+2399)
- ⎙Press ⎙ to capture your screen.
- ⎙Use ⎙ (Print Screen) to take a screenshot.
- ⎙In this guide, ⎙ marks the screenshot step.
- ⎙Click ⎙ to save an image of the current view.
- ⎙Shortcut: ⎙ → your clipboard will update.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2399 | |
| HTML Entity | ⎙ | |
| HTML Code | ⎙ | |
| CSS | \2399 |
FAQ
What does the Print Screen Symbol symbol mean?
⎙ is the Unicode character named “PRINT SCREEN SYMBOL” with code point U+2399. It visually indicates the print screen action—typically associated with capturing the current display as an image. Because it has a distinct, recognizable look, it’s often used in user instructions, keyboard shortcuts lists, and interface tooltips. In documents and tutorials, the symbol can replace longer phrases like “Print Screen” while still being clear to readers. In developer contexts, it may appear in rendered UI text, documentation, or icon-style labels where a plain word would take more space.
What is the Unicode code point for ⎙?
⎙ is U+2399 (Unicode name: PRINT SCREEN SYMBOL).
How can I copy ⎙ into my text or designs?
Copy the character directly from this page, or use the code point U+2399 in your tool or code.
Will ⎙ work as a keyboard key icon across devices?
Most modern systems can display it, but font support varies. If it doesn’t appear correctly, try a fallback font that supports U+2399.
Is ⎙ the same as the word “Print Screen”?
It’s a symbol that typically represents the print screen / screenshot action, but it functions as a visual character rather than a functional key.