Dot Plus ∔

∔ (U+2214) is a standard Unicode character that you can copy and paste anywhere text is accepted. This page provides a concise reference with safe tips, internal links, and practical guidance so you can use it reliably across apps and platforms.

What it is and where it’s used: Dot Plus is part of the Symbols family (block: Mathematical Operators). If you need styled or decorative alternatives, try our Fancy Text tool to generate compatible text that works in most modern interfaces.

History & usage: The DOT PLUS character, encoded as U+2214, belongs to the Mathematical Operators block. It is a distinct symbol used in math and in some interfaces. Its name and code point help fonts and keyboards display it correctly. In practice, the symbol indicates an operation or a comparison in formulas. It also appears in user interfaces where compact notation is needed. As with other mathematical operators, it helps readers see structure and relations in expressions. The symbol can appear between items or on its own to show a computed result or a linking relation. Its usage is most common in mathematical text, calculators, and software that supports mathematical input. Over time, dot plus has been standardized to avoid confusion with other similar marks. In classrooms and labs, it supports clear, concise notation. Its presence in Unicode ensures it is available across platforms and languages that use math symbols. Overall, DOT PLUS serves as a simple, portable mark for operations or comparisons in formal and informal contexts.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+2214 in many development tools or editors. Some operating systems provide a character viewer or input palette that lets you search by name or code and insert the glyph into documents.

Display and fallback: if you see an empty box (tofu) or a placeholder rectangle, the active font might not include this codepoint. Switching to a font with broader Unicode coverage or using a fallback font usually fixes the issue. On the web, ensure the page’s font stack includes a general‑purpose fallback.

Related references: browse the Categories for similar characters. When choosing a symbol, prefer the official codepoint for semantic clarity and better compatibility with search, copy, and accessibility tooling.

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