How to type ” in Slack
Slack doesn't always offer a built-in shortcut for right double quotation mark (”) (”). The fastest method is to copy the character below and paste it into Slack. We also list the Alt code, macOS Option shortcut, HTML entity and Unicode codepoint so you can pick whichever fits your workflow.
Copy ” for Slack
Paste ” into Slack
- Open the Slack channel or DM where you want to post.
- Compose your message on TypeKeyboard and click Copy.
- Click into the Slack message box and paste with Ctrl + V (Cmd + V on Mac).
- Use Shift + Enter for a new line without sending.
Alt code (Windows)
Alt + 0148
Hold Alt and type 0148 on the numeric keypad while Slack is focused.
Option shortcut (macOS)
Shift + Option + [
HTML entity
”
”
Unicode codepoint
U+201D
Tip
Slack respects markdown-like formatting: *bold*, _italic_, ~strike~, `code`.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fastest way to type ” in Slack?
Click Copy above and paste it into Slack. The character is already in the right encoding and works in any version of Slack.
Does Slack have a built-in shortcut for ”?
Sometimes. Slack on Windows accepts the Alt code below; macOS users can use the Option shortcut. If neither is convenient, copy-paste is universal.
Why does ” sometimes show as a box in Slack?
The font in your Slack document doesn't include ”. Switch to a Unicode-complete font such as Noto, Arial Unicode MS or Segoe UI.
Can I add ” to autocorrect in Slack?
Yes. Most desktop versions of Slack include an autocorrect / quick-replace feature. Add a short trigger string (e.g. "xright-double-quote") that expands to ”.