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Search and browse Unicode characters by name, code point, or category with instant preview
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Character Details
Click on a character to view details
Pro Tips:
- Search by code point using format like "U+00A9" or just the hex number
- Use keywords like "arrow", "heart", or "math" to find related symbols
- Filter by category to browse specific types of Unicode characters
- HTML entities can be used directly in web pages and are widely supported
- Code points are useful for programming and technical documentation
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About This Tool
How It Works
- Browse over 300 common Unicode characters by category
- Search by character name, code point, or keywords
- View detailed information including code point and decimal value
- Click any character to see details and copy to clipboard
- Filter by category to find specific types of characters
Common Use Cases
- Finding special symbols for documents and presentations
- Copying mathematical symbols for equations
- Getting currency symbols for international content
- Finding arrows and geometric shapes for diagrams
- Looking up Unicode code points for development
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Unicode Character Finder tool used for?
The Unicode Character Finder helps you search, browse, and copy special Unicode characters including mathematical symbols, arrows, currency signs, Greek letters, and more. It provides detailed information about each character including code points, decimal values, and HTML entities.
How do I search for a specific Unicode character?
You can search by character name (e.g., "copyright"), by code point (e.g., "U+00A9"), by keyword (e.g., "arrow", "heart", "math"), or by decimal value. The search is flexible and will find matches across all these fields.
What information does the tool provide about each character?
For each character, the tool displays: the character itself, its Unicode name, category, code point (U+XXXX format), decimal value, hexadecimal value, HTML entity, and relevant keywords that describe the character.
How can I copy a character to use it elsewhere?
Click on any character in the grid to view its details in the right panel. From there, you can copy the character itself, its code point, or its HTML entity using the dedicated copy buttons. The copied content is immediately available in your clipboard.
What are Unicode categories and how do I use them?
Unicode categories group related characters together, such as "Mathematical", "Arrows", "Currency", "Greek", "Punctuation", etc. Use the category filter dropdown to browse specific types of characters and narrow your search.
What is a Unicode code point?
A Unicode code point is a unique identifier for each character, typically written as U+XXXX where XXXX is a hexadecimal number. For example, U+00A9 represents the copyright symbol (©). Code points are used in programming and technical documentation.
What are HTML entities and when should I use them?
HTML entities are special codes used in HTML to represent Unicode characters, written as &#XXXX; where XXXX is the decimal code point. They are useful for displaying special characters in web pages and are widely supported across all browsers.
Can I use these characters in my documents and websites?
Yes! All Unicode characters displayed in this tool are standard characters that can be used in documents, websites, emails, and most modern applications. However, the visual appearance may vary slightly depending on the font and platform being used.
How many Unicode characters does this tool include?
The tool includes over 300 commonly used Unicode characters across multiple categories including mathematical symbols, arrows, currency signs, Greek and Cyrillic letters, punctuation marks, geometric shapes, emoji pictographs, and technical symbols.
What is the difference between decimal and hexadecimal code points?
Both represent the same character but in different number systems. Decimal uses base-10 (0-9), while hexadecimal uses base-16 (0-9, A-F). Unicode code points are typically shown in hexadecimal (U+XXXX), but HTML entities use decimal (&#XXXX;). This tool displays both for convenience.
Can I search for emojis with this tool?
This tool includes some classic Unicode emoji pictographs like smileys, hearts, and basic symbols. For a more comprehensive emoji collection with modern emojis, check out our dedicated Emoji Picker tool.
Why do some characters look different on different devices?
While Unicode defines what each character represents, individual operating systems and fonts determine how they are displayed visually. This means the same Unicode character may look slightly different on Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, or Linux, but it represents the same thing.