∇
Nabla Symbol (∇)
Copy the Nabla symbol ∇ to your clipboard, and see its Unicode code point, HTML entity, LaTeX command and how to type it on any device.
What does ∇ mean?
Nabla (del) ∇ is the vector differential operator: ∇f is the gradient, ∇·F the divergence and ∇×F the curl. It is central to vector calculus and electromagnetism. Its official Unicode name is NABLA.
Codes and properties
| Character | ∇ |
|---|---|
| Unicode name | NABLA |
| Code point | U+2207 |
| Decimal | 8711 |
| Unicode block | Mathematical Operators |
| HTML entity | ∇ · ∇ · ∇ |
| CSS | \2207 |
| JavaScript / JSON | \u2207 |
| Python | \u2207 or \N{NABLA} |
| UTF-8 bytes | E2 88 87 |
| LaTeX | \nabla |
How to type ∇
- Copy & paste: press the Copy button above, then paste ∇ anywhere — Word, Google Docs, email, chat or code.
- Windows (Word, WordPad, Outlook): type
2207then press Alt+X. In any app, Win+. opens the symbol panel. - Mac (any symbol): switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, hold Option and type
2207; or press Ctrl+Cmd+Space and search “nabla”. - Linux (GTK/IBus): press Ctrl+Shift+U, type
2207, then Space. - HTML:
∇renders as ∇. - LaTeX:
\nablain math mode (amssymb package for some symbols).
Frequently asked questions
How do I type ∇ on Windows?
In Microsoft Word type 2207 and press Alt+X. In any app press Win+. to open the symbol panel, or copy ∇ from this page.
How do I type ∇ on a Mac?
Open the Character Viewer with Ctrl+Cmd+Space and search “nabla”, or switch to Unicode Hex Input and hold Option while typing 2207.
What is the HTML code for ∇?
Use ∇ or ∇ (hex) or ∇ (decimal).
What is the LaTeX command for ∇?
Use \nabla in math mode.
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Reference: Unicode code chart: Mathematical Operators (U+2200–U+22FF)