∦
Not Parallel To Symbol (∦)
Copy the Not Parallel To 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?
∦ means “is not parallel to”. Its official Unicode name is NOT PARALLEL TO.
Codes and properties
| Character | ∦ |
|---|---|
| Unicode name | NOT PARALLEL TO |
| Code point | U+2226 |
| Decimal | 8742 |
| Unicode block | Mathematical Operators |
| HTML entity | ∦ · ∦ |
| CSS | \2226 |
| JavaScript / JSON | \u2226 |
| Python | \u2226 or \N{NOT PARALLEL TO} |
| UTF-8 bytes | E2 88 A6 |
| LaTeX | \nparallel |
| Decomposition | ∥ (U+2225) + ̸ (U+0338) |
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
2226then press Alt+X. In any app, Win+. opens the symbol panel. - Mac: switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, hold Option and type
2226; or press Ctrl+Cmd+Space and search “not parallel to”. - Linux (GTK/IBus): press Ctrl+Shift+U, type
2226, then Space. - HTML:
∦renders as ∦. - LaTeX:
\nparallelin math mode (amssymb package for some symbols).
Frequently asked questions
How do I type ∦ on Windows?
In Microsoft Word type 2226 and press Alt+X. In any app press Win+. to open the symbol panel, or copy ∦ from this page.
What is the HTML code for ∦?
Use ∦ (hex) or ∦ (decimal).
What is the LaTeX command for ∦?
Use \nparallel in math mode.