Star Equals ≛

≛ (U+225B) 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: Star Equals 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 symbol STAR EQUALS is shown as a star with an equals sign. It has the codepoint U+225B and belongs to the Mathematical Operators block. In history, it has been used to show special meaning beyond ordinary operators. In practice, people use it in text to point to related ideas or to mark a preferred item. The name STAR EQUALS helps readers recognize the symbol in lists and guides. In usage, the star often signals ratings or highlights favorites. The equals sign combines with the star to add a sense of balance or emphasis. In many contexts, ordinary math symbols indicate operations or comparisons in formulas. The same idea appears in user interfaces, where the symbol marks items of interest. This makes the symbol useful in documentation and dashboards. It remains a compact cue that draws attention without extra words. Overall, STAR EQUALS serves as a clear marker for selection, preference, or related concepts, while staying grounded in its origins as a mathematical symbol.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+225B 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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