X Symbols
Copy and paste x-like text symbols that resemble the shape of the letter X
X symbol text is a set of Unicode characters that visually resemble the letter X in different forms, including enclosed letter X styles and cross-shaped variants. This page includes a copy-and-paste X symbol text keyboard with x-like symbols (such as ⓧ, ⒳, ✖, and ✘) and it excludes emojis. These symbols are commonly used to style profile names, bios, and usernames, and they can be combined with other aesthetic alphabets for a consistent look across apps and games.
How to Copy and Paste X Symbols
Choose an X symbol from the grid and copy it for use anywhere you can paste text. Use these x-like characters to format names, short labels, bios, and usernames while keeping the result as plain Unicode text.
What Are X Symbols?
An X symbol is a text character from Unicode that resembles the letter X or an X-shaped cross. Some are letterforms (like enclosed or stylized X characters), while others are cross marks that look similar to X in many fonts. They are often chosen to add visual variation in names, short strings, or UI-like labels without using images.
Popular X Symbols
These X-like characters are frequently selected because they are visually clear, widely supported, and easy to recognize as X-shaped symbols in most fonts.
| Symbol | Name |
|---|---|
| ⓧ | Circled Small Letter X |
| ⒳ | Circled Capital Letter X |
| ✖ | Heavy Multiplication X |
| ✗ | Ballot X |
| ✘ | Heavy Ballot X |
Types of X Symbols
X symbols can come from different Unicode blocks and visual styles. Knowing the main types can help you choose an X that matches the tone of your text and the platform you plan to paste it into.
Enclosed X Letter Symbols
These are letter X characters presented inside a shape, often used for compact labels, icons-like text, or stylized initials.
ⓧ ⒳
Cross Mark X Variants
These characters look like an X-shaped mark or cross and are commonly used where an X mark is needed in plain text, with different weights and styles depending on the symbol.
✖ ✗ ✘
Text-Style X Alternatives
Some fonts and Unicode sets include X-like letterforms that can be mixed with other decorative alphabets to create a consistent visual style in names and short text.
ⓧ ⒳ ✗ ✘
X Symbol Usage Examples
X symbols are often used to stylize a single letter in a name, add an X-shaped mark in short text, or create a distinctive look in usernames where standard letters feel too plain.
Profile Name
ⓧavier
Social Media Bio
design ✗ edit ✗ publish
Decorative Text
Project ✖ Notes
Gaming Username
⒳Shadow
Using X Symbols on Social Media and Online Platforms
X symbols are commonly pasted into short fields where visual differentiation matters, such as usernames, display names, and bios. Because these are Unicode text characters, they typically work anywhere standard text input is accepted, though the exact look may vary by font and operating system.
- Instagram and TikTok display names and bios
- Discord names, nicknames, and channel labels
- Gaming profiles and in-game display names
- Messaging apps for short status lines
- Headings or separators in posts and descriptions
Creative and Practical Uses for X Symbols
- Styling an initial X in a profile name
- Creating a distinctive username with an X-like character
- Adding an X-shaped mark in short notes or labels
- Building consistent aesthetic text when combined with other alphabets
- Improving readability in compact separators and small headers
How to Type X Symbols on Any Device
- Pick one or more X symbols from the grid (for example ⓧ, ⒳, ✗, or ✘).
- Copy the selected symbol(s) using the copy control or your keyboard shortcut: CTRL+C (Windows/Linux) or ⌘+C (Mac).
- Paste into your target app or website using CTRL+V (Windows/Linux) or ⌘+V (Mac).
Unicode X Symbols and Compatibility
X symbols are defined as Unicode characters with assigned code points so they can be stored, searched, and pasted as text. Most modern platforms support these characters, but their thickness, spacing, or style can differ across fonts, browsers, and operating systems, so it can help to test the symbol where you plan to use it.
X Symbols List and Meanings
Review common X-like symbols along with their typical Unicode names and general usage notes. Pick any entry to copy the character or to reference it when you want consistent rendering across fonts and platforms.