Symbol For Newline Symbol
 represents a newline/line break in a visible, technical way.
U+2424
The symbol  is named the Symbol for Newline (U+2424). It’s used when you want to show line breaks clearly rather than letting them appear as normal formatting.
Symbol For Newline Symbol Meaning
 (Unicode U+2424) is the “Symbol for Newline,” a technical character that visually indicates a line break. Unlike a normal newline created by pressing Enter, this symbol is meant to be displayed in text so readers can see where a new line occurs. It’s commonly used in software documentation, logs, and technical writing to make formatting changes explicit, especially when whitespace matters (for example, when showing differences between versions or explaining how lines are separated). In programming contexts, it can be handy for representing end-of-line markers in a human-readable form during debugging, reviews, or educational examples.
Common uses
- •Marking line breaks explicitly in technical documentation and style guides
- •Showing end-of-line points in code explanations or debugging notes
- •Indicating newline characters when comparing text diffs
- •Labeling lines in plain-text mockups where whitespace must be visible
- •Annotating log output or exported data formats for clarity
Examples
 Symbol for Newline (U+2424)
- Line oneLine two
- HeaderValue
- Step 1Step 2Step 3
- First recordSecond record
- Line ALine B
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2424 | |
| HTML Entity | ␤ | |
| HTML Code | ␤ | |
| CSS | \2424 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9252 | |
| Decimal | 9252 |
How to type Symbol For Newline Symbol ()
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9252 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2424 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2424. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2424, 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  mean?
 is the “Symbol for Newline” (U+2424). It indicates a newline/line break in a visible way.
Is  the same as pressing Enter?
Not exactly. Pressing Enter creates an actual line break in text, while  is a character that displays where a newline occurs.
How do I copy  into code or documents?
Copy the character directly () or use the provided escapes like HTML: ␤ or JavaScript: \\u{2424}.
Will  always display correctly?
Most modern systems support it, but display can vary by font. If you don’t see it, try a different font or ensure Unicode support.