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Star Operator Symbol (⋆)

Copy the Star Operator 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?

⋆ (star operator) denotes convolution, the Hodge star or a generic operation. Its official Unicode name is STAR OPERATOR.

Copy & paste: press the Copy button above, then paste ⋆ anywhere — Word, Google Docs, email, chat or code.
Windows (Word, WordPad, Outlook): type 22C6 then 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 22C6; or press Ctrl+Cmd+Space and search “star operator”.
Linux (GTK/IBus): press Ctrl+Shift+U, type 22c6, then Space.
HTML: ⋆ renders as ⋆.
LaTeX: \star in math mode (amssymb package for some symbols).

How do I type ⋆ on Windows?

In Microsoft Word type 22C6 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 “star operator”, or switch to Unicode Hex Input and hold Option while typing 22C6.

What is the HTML code for ⋆?

Use ⋆ (hex) or ⋆ (decimal).

What is the LaTeX command for ⋆?

Use \star in math mode.