multiplication sign (×)

Need to type multiplication sign (×)? The fastest way is the copy button below. If you'd rather use a keyboard shortcut, the cards underneath cover Windows, macOS, Linux, HTML and Unicode.

Unicode: U+00D7
HTML: ×
HTML entity: ×
Alt: Alt + 0215

Windows

Hold Alt and type 0215 on the numeric keypad

Mac

Hold Option, type 00D7

Linux

Compose + x + x

HTML / web

Unicode

U+00D7

Frequently asked questions

What is the fastest way to type ×?

Click the Copy button on this page — that copies × (multiplication sign (×)) to your clipboard, ready to paste into any app.

What is the Unicode codepoint for ×?

× has Unicode codepoint U+00D7. Its decimal HTML entity is ×.

Does × work in every font?

Most modern system fonts include ×. If a specific font lacks the glyph, switch to a Unicode-complete fallback like Noto, Arial Unicode MS, or DejaVu.

Why doesn't the Alt code work for ×?

Windows Alt codes only work with the numeric keypad and Num Lock enabled. On laptops without a numeric keypad, use the Character Map app or the copy button above.