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How to Type Symbols Using the ALT Key

How to Type Symbols Using the ALT Key

The ALT key can help you in accessing the alt characters or codes that are not readily available on a simple keyboard. These codes can be used to write in mathematical equations , foreign languages or even to add fun symbols to your messages. In the Below ☟ article you could learn the way to type symbols using the alt key on a PC or a Mac .

Steps To Type Symbols Using The ALT Key :

step 1  : Learn how to key in an Alt-code :

Hold down the Alt key and type in the number code of that specific character or symbol . When you have entered the number code completely just release the Alt key, Then the symbol will appear.

Symbol ALT Codes :

Symbols With the ALT key plus numbers :

Foreign Language Alt Codes :

Mathematical Equation Alt Codes :

 Note : 

This only works with programs that accept an ASCII input, such as Notepad, WordPad , email etc. Try it for the program you are using.

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