∸
Dot Minus Symbol (∸)
Copy the Dot Minus 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?
∸ (Dot Minus, U+2238) belongs to the Unicode Mathematical Operators block. It is a punctuation-like operator used for ratios, multiplication or definitions.
Codes and properties
| Character | ∸ |
|---|---|
| Unicode name | DOT MINUS |
| Code point | U+2238 |
| Decimal | 8760 |
| Unicode block | Mathematical Operators |
| HTML entity | ∸ · ∸ |
| CSS | \2238 |
| JavaScript / JSON | \u2238 |
| Python | \u2238 or \N{DOT MINUS} |
| UTF-8 bytes | E2 88 B8 |
| LaTeX | paste ∸ with unicode-math (XeLaTeX/LuaLaTeX) |
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
2238then press Alt+X. In any app, Win+. opens the symbol panel. - Mac: switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, hold Option and type
2238; or press Ctrl+Cmd+Space and search “dot minus”. - Linux (GTK/IBus): press Ctrl+Shift+U, type
2238, then Space. - HTML:
∸renders as ∸. - LaTeX: standard LaTeX has no dedicated command; compile with XeLaTeX or LuaLaTeX and the unicode-math package, then paste ∸ directly.
Frequently asked questions
How do I type ∸ on Windows?
In Microsoft Word type 2238 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 ∸?
There is no standard command; use XeLaTeX or LuaLaTeX with unicode-math and paste ∸ directly.