Bracket Symbols
Copy and paste bracket symbols to surround text, create frames, and format content across apps
Bracket symbols are Unicode characters typically used to surround text, group information, or visually set something apart in writing and layout. They come in multiple shapes and styles, including parentheses, square brackets, curly braces, and angle/corner forms, often chosen based on context and typography. This page includes bracket keyboard text symbols plus bracket emoticons, emojis, and symbols you can copy and paste instantly, with examples such as ( ), 〈 〉, and 【 】.
How to Copy and Paste Bracket Symbols
Browse the bracket symbol grid to find the exact style you need. Select a symbol to place it into the editor area, then copy and paste it into your document, message, or design text field.
What Are Bracket Symbols?
A bracket symbol is a Unicode text character commonly used to enclose or frame content such as a word, phrase, citation, value, or optional note. Different bracket styles are often chosen to match writing conventions, programming notation, mathematical grouping, or visual formatting. Many people also use decorative bracket pairs to create simple text frames, such as 〈〉 or 【】, to make a segment stand out.
Popular Bracket Symbols
These bracket symbols are widely used for everyday writing, formatting, and structured text. They are common across keyboards, apps, and Unicode character sets.
| Symbol | Name |
|---|---|
| ( | ) Parentheses |
| [ | ] Square Brackets |
| { | } Curly Braces |
| 〈 | 〉 Angle Brackets |
| 《 | 》 Double Angle Brackets |
| 【 | 】 Corner Brackets |
Bracket Symbol Categories
Bracket symbols appear in multiple families and visual styles. Grouping them by shape can help you choose brackets that fit your text, layout, or notation needs.
Parentheses
Parentheses are commonly used to add side notes, clarifications, or grouped expressions in regular writing and math.
( ) ❨ ❩
Square Brackets
Square brackets are often used for editorial notes, citations, optional segments, and structured notation in technical contexts.
[ ] ［ ］
Curly Braces
Curly braces are commonly used to indicate grouping in mathematics and programming, or to denote sets and blocks.
{ } ❴ ❵
Angle Brackets
Angle brackets are often associated with placeholders, tags, and technical notation, and can also be used as a simple text frame.
〈 〉 ⟨ ⟩
Double Angle Brackets
Double angle brackets are typically used for stylistic quoting, headings, or specialized notation depending on the writing system and formatting style.
《 》 ⟪ ⟫
Corner and Decorative Brackets
Corner-style brackets are often chosen for visual emphasis and framing, including decorative text boxes and title styling.
【 】 「 」 『 』
Mixed Bracket Frames
Mixing left and right bracket styles can create compact frames for labels, highlights, or aesthetic text formatting.
〈〉 【】 「」 『』
Bracket Symbol Usage Examples
Bracket symbols can make text easier to scan by separating details, clarifying structure, or visually framing a short segment. Below are practical examples you can copy and adapt.
Note in a Sentence
Please submit the form (including attachments) by Friday.
Optional Field
Phone number [optional]
Set or Grouping
Allowed values: {A, B, C}
Label Frame
【Update】Service maintenance at 02:00
Simple Text Frame
〈Title〉 〈Subtitle〉
Using Bracket Symbols on Social Media and Online Platforms
Bracket symbols are frequently used to format profile text, highlight headings, and organize short lines in captions or posts. Because brackets are Unicode characters, you can copy and paste them into most apps and websites where text input is supported. Common uses include framing keywords, marking sections, or making a title line visually distinct.
- Instagram bios and captions to frame short labels or headings
- Discord channel descriptions and server rules formatting
- TikTok profiles for structured lines and highlighted notes
- X (Twitter) posts to add clarifications or grouped details
- WhatsApp and Telegram messages to organize instructions
- YouTube video descriptions for section headers like 【Chapters】
- Gaming profiles for tagged roles such as [Support] or {Clan}
Professional and Practical Uses for Bracket Symbols
- Enclosing clarifications, side notes, and references in writing
- Organizing options, placeholders, and parameters in technical text
- Creating readable labels and headings in announcements
- Framing short phrases for emphasis without changing fonts
- Representing grouping in math, logic, and structured notation
How to Type Bracket Symbols on Any Device
- Choose the bracket symbols you want (for example, ( ), 〈 〉, 【 】) from the symbol grid.
- Copy the selected symbols using the copy button or CTRL+C (Windows/Linux) or ⌘+C (Mac).
- Paste the brackets into your app using paste or CTRL+V (Windows/Linux) or ⌘+V (Mac).
Unicode Bracket Symbols and Meanings
Bracket symbols are encoded in Unicode, meaning each bracket character has a defined code point and an official name. This helps the same bracket symbols display consistently across major operating systems, browsers, and applications, although exact typography can vary by font.
Bracket Symbols List and Meanings
Use this reference table to review common bracket symbols alongside their official Unicode names and typical uses. Select a symbol to copy it or check details when you need the precise character.