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Keyboard Symbols — Type or Copy Special Characters
A complete reference for keyboard symbols, alt codes, and Mac shortcuts — plus one-click copy for any character.
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Frequently asked questions
What are alt codes?
Alt codes are keyboard shortcuts for Windows where you hold Alt and type a number on the numpad to insert a special character. Example: Alt+0169 = ©
How do I type special characters on Mac?
Hold Option (Alt) and press various keys for special characters. Option+G = ©, Option+R = ®, Option+2 = ™. Or use Control+Command+Space for the character viewer.