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⌀
How to Type the Diameter Symbol (⌀ Ø ∅): Which One to Use
The diameter sign is ⌀ (U+2300), but Ø and ∅ are used in its place every day. Learn which is correct where, and how to type each on Windows (Alt+0216), Mac (Option+O), Word (Alt+X), AutoCAD, Google Docs and HTML.
Sep 24, 2026
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Inch Symbol (″) and Foot Symbol (′): How to Type Them Correctly
The correct inch and foot symbols are the double prime ″ and prime ′, not straight quotes. How to type them on Windows, Mac, Word, Google Docs and phones, how to stop autocorrect turning them into curly quotes, and when the plain quote is acceptable.
Sep 24, 2026
°
How to Type the Degree Symbol (°) on Windows, Mac, iPhone and Android
Every way to type the degree symbol: the Alt code, the Mac shortcut, phone keyboards, Word, Excel, Google Docs and HTML. Plus what to do when Alt+0176 does not work.
Sep 20, 2026