Equals Sign Above Plus Sign ⩱

⩱ (U+2A71) 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: Equals Sign Above Plus Sign is part of the Symbols family (block: Supplemental 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 U+2A71 is named EQUALS SIGN ABOVE PLUS SIGN. It is in the Supplemental Mathematical Operators block and uses the Common script. This character is a mathematical symbol. It shows up in formulas and user interfaces to indicate an operation or a comparison. The history of this symbol is part of the broader story of math notation. It sits alongside other operators that combine equals and addition ideas. In practice, it appears in contexts that require a compact sign to express a relationship or a construction step. Authors and software use it to convey complex ideas without extra text. Its design reflects the need to pack meaning into a single glyph. This helps users read equations quickly. As with other operators, it relies on clear position and consistent typography. The symbol supports precise communication in math, science, and education. It is one tool among many that express structure in formulas. While not common in casual writing, it has a defined place in specialized notation and digital tools.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+2A71 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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