Circled Equals ⊜

⊜ (U+229C) 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: Circled 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 CIRCLED EQUALS symbol, with code point U+229C, sits in the Mathematical Operators block. It is a formal mark used in math and in certain user interfaces. Its design shows two equal signs inside a circle. This makes the symbol stand out from plain equals. In history, circled forms have appeared in diagrams, tables, and annotation schemes. They help readers spot a special kind of relation or operation more quickly. In formulas, it can represent a defined equivalence or a particular operation that is not the standard equals sign. In user interfaces, designers may use it to mark a conclusion, a rule, or a special case that differs from ordinary equations. The symbol communicates a distinct meaning without adding extra words. It is one option among many common math symbols that indicate operations or comparisons. When used, it guides interpretation and clarifies structure in expressions and layouts. Users encountering it should look for an explicit definition in the surrounding text to know its exact role. This helps maintain clarity in math documents and in digital tools.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+229C 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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