Double Oblique Hyphen ⸗

⸗ (U+2E17) 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: Double Oblique Hyphen is part of the Symbols family (block: Supplemental Punctuation). 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 Double Oblique Hyphen is a punctuation mark in the Supplemental Punctuation block. It is a small, diagonal dash that readers see in certain texts, mainly in specialized fonts or formats. The character has the codepoint U+2E17. In practice, it helps to signal a break or a strong link in a line, much like a dash, but with a distinct slant. Its use is tied to the style guide or locale, not a universal rule. Writers choose it to convey tone or structure when a plain hyphen or dash would not fit. Across languages and regions, conventions differ. Some editors view it as a technical mark for editorial notes, others treat it as a typographic flourish in creative writing. Primary guidance is to apply it consistently within a document. Do not overuse it, and avoid confusing readers who expect common punctuation. When seen, it should be clear, not ambiguous. The overall aim is to improve readability while preserving the text’s intent and tone. In this way, the Double Oblique Hyphen supports clear, intentional writing.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+2E17 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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