Degree symbol

Degree Symbol — Copy and Paste

Copy the degree sign ° and learn the Alt code and shortcuts for Windows, Mac, iPhone, and Android.

Degree sign · U+00B0

Degree symbol codes

Format	Value	Copy
Unicode	`U+00B0`
HTML entity	`°`
HTML decimal	`°`
CSS	`\00B0`
Alt code	`Alt + 0176`

How to type the degree symbol

Use the shortcut for the device or app you have open, or copy the symbol above.

Windows (numeric keypad): Hold Alt and type 0176 on the numeric keypad
Windows (no numeric keypad): In Word, type 00B0 then press Alt + X, or use Character Map
Mac: Option + Shift + 8 on a US keyboard layout
iPhone / iPad: Hold 0, then slide to °
Android: Long-press 0, or open the symbols keyboard
Google Docs: Insert → Special characters, then search for degree

What is the degree symbol?

The degree symbol ° is Unicode U+00B0 DEGREE SIGN. It marks temperature, angles, and geographic coordinates. It is different from the masculine ordinal indicator º (U+00BA).

Frequently asked questions

Why does the degree symbol show as a box?

The selected font may not include the DEGREE SIGN glyph. Try another font, paste the degree sign ° directly, or use the HTML entity ° on a web page.

What is the difference between the degree sign ° and masculine ordinal º?

The degree sign ° is U+00B0 and is used for temperature and angles. The masculine ordinal indicator º is U+00BA. Use °, not º, for degrees.

How do I use the degree symbol in Excel?

Paste ° into a cell, use CHAR(176) on common Windows setups, or enter the symbol with Alt + 0176 on a numeric keypad.

How do I type ° for Celsius or Fahrenheit?

Copy the degree sign above or use your device shortcut, then place it before the unit: 37°C or 98.6°F.

What is the Alt code for the degree symbol?

On Windows with a numeric keypad, hold Alt and type 0176 to enter the degree sign °.

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