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U+26 · Ampersand · Basic Latin · Common

Ampersand &

Usage snapshot:

  • An ampersand represents the word 'and', often used in short names, labels, and UI controls.
The AMPERSAND depicts the symbol for 'and'. It is used to shorten phrases in names, labels, and user interface controls. In branding and product interfaces, teams place the ampersand in logos or titles where space is tight, creating a clean look without losing meaning. In notes, headlines, and form labels, it helps keep text concise and readable while linking related ideas. In documentation or menus, the symbol connects concepts quickly, making lists smoother to scan. Cross‑platform, it typically renders as the same symbol and remains readable by assistive tech. It is commonly included in UI strings and text content to support clear, compact communication across devices and accessibility contexts.

History & usage: An ampersand represents the word 'and', often used in short names, labels, and UI controls.

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This reference covers U+26 Ampersand with practical usage tips and links.

Confusables

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Technical details
  • Codepoint: U+26
  • Block: Basic Latin
  • Script: Common
  • UTF-8: 26
  • UTF-16: 0026
  • UTF-32: 00000026
  • HTML dec: &
  • HTML hex: &
  • JS escape: \u0026
  • Python \N{}: \N{AMPERSAND}
  • Python \u: \u0026
  • Python \U: \U00000026
  • URL-encoded: %26
  • CSS escape: \26
How to type / insert

Fast copy: click the Copy button near the top of this page.

By codepoint: in many editors and IDEs, you can insert via the Unicode code U+26 or a built‑in character picker.

HTML: use the numeric entity & (hex) or & (decimal) when an HTML entity is needed.

Compatibility & troubleshooting

Font support: if the symbol does not render, the current font likely lacks this codepoint. Choose a font with broad Unicode coverage or allow a fallback font.

Web pages: ensure your CSS font stack includes a general fallback; avoid relying on images for common symbols to preserve accessibility and copyability.