∠
Angle Symbol (∠)
Copy the Angle 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?
The angle sign ∠ names an angle in geometry: ∠ABC is the angle at vertex B. Its official Unicode name is ANGLE.
Codes and properties
| Character | ∠ |
|---|---|
| Unicode name | ANGLE |
| Code point | U+2220 |
| Decimal | 8736 |
| Unicode block | Mathematical Operators |
| HTML entity | ∠ · ∠ · ∠ |
| CSS | \2220 |
| JavaScript / JSON | \u2220 |
| Python | \u2220 or \N{ANGLE} |
| UTF-8 bytes | E2 88 A0 |
| LaTeX | \angle |
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
2220then 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
2220; or press Ctrl+Cmd+Space and search “angle”. - Linux (GTK/IBus): press Ctrl+Shift+U, type
2220, then Space. - HTML:
∠renders as ∠. - LaTeX:
\anglein math mode (amssymb package for some symbols).
Frequently asked questions
How do I type ∠ on Windows?
In Microsoft Word type 2220 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 “angle”, or switch to Unicode Hex Input and hold Option while typing 2220.
What is the HTML code for ∠?
Use ∠ or ∠ (hex) or ∠ (decimal).
What is the LaTeX command for ∠?
Use \angle in math mode.
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Reference: Unicode code chart: Mathematical Operators (U+2200–U+22FF)