Less-Than or Slanted Equal To ⩽

⩽ (U+2A7D) 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: Less-Than or Slanted Equal To 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 is LESS-THAN OR SLANTED EQUAL TO, codepoint U+2A7D, in the Supplemental Mathematical Operators block. The name and codepoint appear in basic character information for reference. This symbol is part of common math symbols that indicate operations or comparisons in formulas and user interfaces. In practice, it helps readers and users distinguish between different kinds of relations in mathematical expressions and in UI layouts. The shape combines a less-than form with an equal element, creating a distinct relation used where strict inequality and standard equality both play a role. Its presence supports clear notation when a relation is close to less than but still allows some form of equality. In documents and digital displays, this symbol aids readable math text and reduces ambiguity in formulas. The symbol works with other operators to convey precise meaning in equations and interfaces. Overall, it serves as a compact tool for expressing nuanced ordering in calculations and technical content, aligning with its role in common math usage. Its inclusion in Unicode helps ensure consistent rendering across devices and fonts.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+2A7D 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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