Symbols copy and paste: thousands of text symbols
This is the big symbol library. It has more than 7,500 text symbols, including stars ★, hearts ♥, check marks ✓, arrows →, math signs ±, currency signs ₹, copyright marks ©, shapes ■, box-drawing lines ─ and many more. Tap any one to copy it and paste it anywhere.
Unlike emoji, most of these symbols are simple, one-colour characters. They take on the colour and font of the text around them, which makes them look clean in documents, bios, usernames, code and designs.
What is a text symbol?
A text symbol is a character that is not a normal letter or number, but is still part of the Unicode standard. Because it is text, you can paste it into almost any app, change its size and colour, and search for it like any other word. It is not a picture, so it never looks blurry.
Many symbols have both a plain text form and a colourful emoji form. For example, ♥ is a plain black heart and ❤️ is the red emoji heart. On this page you will find mostly the plain forms, which are perfect when you want a neat, simple look.
Popular symbol groups
- Stars and sparkles: ★ ☆ ✦ ✧ ✩ ✪ ⋆ for names and headings.
- Hearts: ♥ ♡ ❥ ❣ ღ for sweet messages.
- Check marks: ✓ ✔ ☑ ✗ ✘ for lists and forms.
- Arrows: → ← ↑ ↓ ⇒ ➜ ➤ for directions and steps.
- Math: ± × ÷ ≠ ≈ ∞ √ for homework and formulas.
- Currency: ₹ $ € £ ¥ ₿ for prices.
- Legal: © ® ™ § ¶ for documents and brands.
- Shapes and lines: ■ □ ● ○ ◆ ▲ ─ │ for layouts and text art.
Where people use symbols
Symbols copy and paste is useful for all kinds of jobs. Writers use § and ¶ in legal text. Students use ≤, ≥ and √ in homework. Designers use arrows and shapes in slides and posters. Gamers use ★ and ♛ to decorate their names. Shop owners use ✓ and ✗ to compare plans and features. Social media users mix ✦, ♡ and ☾ into aesthetic bios.
Because symbols are just text, they also work in places that do not support images, like a plain email, a text message, a spreadsheet cell or a website form.
Search by name or code
With so many symbols, search is the fastest way in. Type a word like “star”, “arrow”, “degree” or “infinity”, or type a code point like U+2605, and the matching symbols appear instantly. Open any symbol with the i button to see its name, code point, HTML code and similar characters.
Why a symbol might show as a box
If a symbol shows as an empty box or a question mark, the symbol itself is fine. The device just has no font that can draw it. Common symbols like ★, ♥, ✓ and → work everywhere. Rare ones may only appear on newer phones and computers. If you are sharing a symbol with someone else, it is safest to pick a popular one.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I type symbols on my keyboard?
- Most keyboards only include a few symbols. The easiest way is to copy the symbol here and paste it. On Windows you can also use Alt codes, and on a Mac the Option key gives some symbols.
- What is the difference between a symbol and an emoji?
- A symbol is usually a plain, one-colour character that follows your text style. An emoji is a colourful picture character drawn by your device.
- Are these symbols free to use?
- Yes. Unicode symbols are free for anyone to use in text, designs, websites and documents.
- Can I use symbols in my Instagram name?
- Yes. Most symbols work in Instagram names, bios and captions. A few very rare ones may not show on every phone.
- Can I search symbols by Unicode code point?
- Yes. Type a code like U+2605 in the search box to jump to that exact symbol.