Plus Sign Above Equals Sign ⩲

⩲ (U+2A72) 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: Plus Sign Above Equals 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: PLUS SIGN ABOVE EQUALS SIGN (U+2A72) is a symbol in the Supplemental Mathematical Operators block. It is used to show a special relation in formulas. This symbol sits above the equals sign and acts in a controlled space in math notation. It helps make the meaning clear in tables and graphs where multiple relations appear. In practical terms, it can indicate a defined or constrained operation in a formula. It is part of a family of signs that extend basic operators. The symbol appears in technical texts and software that handle math and logic. Users may see it in documentation, where precise symbols help avoid misinterpretation. The intended use is to convey a specific relation between two expressions. The character is supported in many fonts and software systems. It supports the goal of precise mathematical communication. Overall, it serves as a clear marker for a unique operation in formulas and user interfaces. It reinforces careful notation in both education and professional work.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+2A72 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.

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