Symbol For End Of Medium Symbol
␙ is the Unicode “Symbol for End of Medium” (U+2419) character used in technical and data-oriented text.
U+2419
␙ is a Unicode technical symbol. Its official name is “Symbol for End of Medium,” with code point U+2419. You can copy it directly or use standard HTML/CSS/JavaScript escapes.
Symbol For End Of Medium Symbol Meaning
The character ␙ (Unicode U+2419) is named “SYMBOL FOR END OF MEDIUM.” It is part of the Unicode “Technical & Computer” set and is typically used as a visible marker in technical text streams. In practice, it can help indicate the end of a medium or a boundary marker within documentation, logs, or formatted data. Because it has a specific Unicode identity, it’s useful when you want a precise, unambiguous symbol rather than a generic placeholder like “[END]”. When used in UI or documentation, pair it with surrounding wording to clarify what the “end” refers to.
Common uses
- •Documenting file or stream boundaries in technical writing
- •Labeling the end section in logs or debug output
- •Using as a visible marker in plain-text templates and mockups
- •Including in developer-facing documentation for character-accurate examples
- •Formatting technical reports where special control-like symbols are needed
Examples
␙ Symbol for End of Medium
- ␙Log entry 42: processing complete ␙
- ␙End of medium marker: ␙
- ␙Trailer section begins after ␙
- ␙Text segment finished ␙, ready for next import
- ␙Boundary note: record ends with ␙
Variations
Ready to copy
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2419 | |
| HTML Entity | ␙ | |
| HTML Code | ␙ | |
| CSS | \2419 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9241 | |
| Decimal | 9241 |
How to type Symbol For End Of Medium Symbol (␙)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9241 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2419 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2419. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2419, 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 Symbol For End Of Medium symbol mean?
The character ␙ (Unicode U+2419) is named “SYMBOL FOR END OF MEDIUM.” It is part of the Unicode “Technical & Computer” set and is typically used as a visible marker in technical text streams. In practice, it can help indicate the end of a medium or a boundary marker within documentation, logs, or formatted data. Because it has a specific Unicode identity, it’s useful when you want a precise, unambiguous symbol rather than a generic placeholder like “[END]”. When used in UI or documentation, pair it with surrounding wording to clarify what the “end” refers to.
What is the Unicode code point for ␙?
␙ is Unicode code point U+2419.
How do I copy ␙ into HTML?
Use the HTML entity: ␙.
What CSS escape should I use for ␙?
Use: \\2419.
What JavaScript escape represents ␙?
Use: \\u{2419}.