Right Black Tortoise Shell Bracket ⦘

⦘ (U+2998) 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: Right Black Tortoise Shell Bracket is part of the Symbols family (block: Miscellaneous Mathematical Symbols-B). If you need styled or decorative alternatives, try our Fancy Text tool to generate compatible text that works in most modern interfaces.

History & usage: RIGHT BLACK TORTOISE SHELL BRACKET is a symbol used to close a group in writing and code. It is part of the Unicode block for miscellaneous mathematical symbols. In practice, this bracket acts as a delimiter that marks the end of a set, parameter list, or quoted text. It works like the counterpart to an opening bracket, helping readers and parsers identify boundaries. Programmers may see this symbol in math formulas, specifications, or data formats where a precise closing mark is needed. The symbol is drawn with a dark, rounded shape that resembles a tortoise shell facing right. It is designed to be clear at small sizes and in both print and on screens. When used, it helps prevent ambiguity by clearly ending nested or grouped items. The bracket’s name and appearance aid global understanding, even for readers who do not know Unicode details. In usage, it pairs with its left counterpart to enclose values, options, or quoted material. This makes it a practical tool for structuring information in text and code alike.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+2998 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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