How to Type Degree Symbol (°) on Any Device
Instant one-click copy, complete keyboard shortcuts for Windows and Mac, Microsoft Word Alt+X conversion, mobile keypad methods, and developer code entities.
Degree Symbol
One-click clipboard copy, complete keyboard shortcuts, and developer codes below.
Quick Reference Matrix
Instant shortcuts for every operating system and office application.
| Platform | Shortcut / Method | Action |
|---|---|---|
WinWindows | Alt + 0176 | |
macOSMac | Option + Shift + 8 | |
WordMicrosoft Word | 00B0, Alt+X (type code, press Alt+X) | |
DocsGoogle Docs | Insert → Special characters → search “degree” | |
WebHTML Entity | ° | |
HexUnicode Codepoint | U+00B0 | |
iOSiPhone & iPad | Hold the 0 key, then slide to ° | |
PhoneAndroid | Hold the 0 key, then pick ° | |
LinuxLinux | Ctrl+Shift+U, 00B0 |
How to Type Degree Symbol on Windows
Compatible with Windows 11, Windows 10, and earlier editions
Method 1: Numeric Keypad Alt Code
- Verify that Num Lock is enabled on your keyboard (a status light usually indicates this).
- Press and hold the Alt key (either left or right Alt).
- While holding Alt, type the code 0176 on the separate numeric keypad on the right.
- Release the Alt key. The character ° will appear immediately.
Method 2: Windows Emoji & Symbol Panel
Press Windows + . (period) or Windows + ; (semicolon) to open the native Windows Symbol Palette. Select the Symbols tab (the omega icon Ω), then click ° to insert it into any application.
Method 3: On Laptops Without a Number Pad
If your laptop lacks a dedicated physical numeric keypad, turn on the virtual numeric keypad by pressing Fn + NumLk, or open the On-Screen Keyboard by typing osk in the Windows search bar. Alternatively, click the Copy ° button at the top of this guide.
How to Type Degree Symbol on Mac (macOS)
Tested on macOS Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14, and Ventura 13
Method 1: Direct Keyboard Shortcut
Hold Option + Shift + 8 simultaneously on your Mac keyboard. The symbol ° will be inserted immediately.
Method 2: macOS Character Viewer (Emoji & Symbols)
- Press Control + Command + Space in any text field to invoke the Character Viewer.
- Type "Degree Symbol" or the hex code
U+00B0in the top search bar. - Double-click the ° symbol to insert it at your cursor position.
In Microsoft Word & Google Docs
Document formatting and special character tools
Microsoft Word: The Alt+X Hex Shortcut
Word supports instant hexadecimal Unicode conversion:
- Type the hexadecimal code
00B0into your Word document. - Immediately press Alt + X without adding a space.
- Word will automatically convert
00B0into °.
Google Docs: Special Characters Palette
In Google Docs, go to Insert → Special characters. In the search box on the right, type "Degree Symbol", or draw the symbol in the sketch box. Clicking the symbol inserts it into your document.
On iPhone, iPad & Android
Touchscreen keyboard tips and text replacement
iOS (iPhone & iPad)
Hold the 0 key, then slide to °. For accented letters or numbers, press and hold the base key on your virtual keyboard until the flyout menu appears, then slide your thumb onto °.
Android (Gboard & Samsung Keyboard)
Hold the 0 key, then pick °. You can also add ° to your personal keyboard dictionary under Settings → System → Languages & input → Personal dictionary.
For Developers: HTML, CSS & Code Snippets
Unicode codepoints, entities, and programming escapes
°°content: "\B0";"\u{00B0}""\u00B0"U+00B0About Degree Symbol (°)
History, typographic usage standards, and Unicode block
The degree sign (°, U+00B0) covers temperatures (72°F, 21°C), angles (90°) and proof (12°). Write it directly against the number with no space for temperatures — 72°F, not 72 °F. This one page answers the symbol, alt-code, Celsius and Fahrenheit variants together so the intent never fragments.
In standard typography and document styling, symbols and accents should adhere to standard spacing guidelines. When typing numbers or equations, avoid confusing lookalike characters (such as confusing the letter "x" with the true multiplication operator "×", or using a degree symbol "°" in place of a superscript zero "⁰").
Official Unicode Reference:
Registered as DEGREE SIGN at codepoint U+00B0 within the Unicode Standard. Consult the official Unicode Latin-1 Supplement specification chart (PDF via unicode.org).
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about typing and formatting Degree Symbol
What is the fastest way to copy Degree Symbol (°)?
Use the copy button at the top of this page. It places ° on your clipboard so you can paste it anywhere with Ctrl + V on Windows or Cmd + V on Mac.
What is the Windows Alt code for °?
Hold Alt and type 0176 on the numeric keypad with Num Lock on. The row of numbers above the letters will not work — it has to be the keypad.
How do I type ° on a Mac?
Press Option + Shift + 8 anywhere in macOS to produce °.
How do I type ° in Microsoft Word?
Type 00B0, Alt+X in Word — enter the code, then press Alt + X and Word converts it into °.
Why does ° not appear when I press the keys?
The usual causes are Num Lock being off for Alt codes, a keyboard layout that does not match the shortcut you are using, or an app that intercepts the key combination. Try the copy button first to confirm the character itself displays correctly on your system.
Can I use ° inside a Word or Google Docs equation?
Yes. In Word, open Insert → Equation and type the symbol or paste ° directly into the equation field. In Google Docs, use Insert → Equation, or paste ° into ordinary text — it renders in any Unicode font.
Is Degree Symbol (°) the same as the similar-looking ASCII character?
No. Degree Symbol is DEGREE SIGN at U+00B0, a distinct Unicode code point. ASCII lookalikes are different characters, so search, sorting and equation rendering all treat them differently. Use ° from this page when the mathematical meaning matters.
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Last verified Sep 9, 2026 by Dr. Julian Vance · Tested on Windows 11 24H2 & macOS 15.1 · Editorial Methodology