Line Symbols
Copy and paste line symbols for borders, separators, and clean text formatting across apps
Line symbols are Unicode text characters often used to separate sections, draw borders, and build lightweight text layouts in messages and documents. This page includes line keyboard text symbols, line emoticons, symbols, and emojis you can copy and paste, with common styles such as ─, │, ║, and ┉ shown throughout as examples.
How to Copy and Paste Line Symbols
Browse the line symbol grid to find dividers, borders, and separators. Select a line symbol to add it to the editor, then copy and paste it into your message, document, or any application that accepts text.
What Are Line Symbols?
A line symbol is a Unicode character that appears as a horizontal or vertical stroke, a dashed segment, or a thicker bar. Line symbols are commonly used to separate content, create borders, underline headings, or build simple box-like layouts in plain text. Examples people often use include straight and heavy lines (─, ━) and vertical lines (│, ║).
Popular Line Symbols
These line symbols are frequently chosen for text separators, borders, and simple formatting because they are easy to recognize and work well in many fonts.
| Symbol | Name |
|---|---|
| ─ | Horizontal Line Symbol |
| │ | Vertical Line Symbol |
| ━ | Heavy Horizontal Line Symbol |
| ║ | Double Vertical Line Symbol |
| ┉ | Dashed Horizontal Line Symbol |
| ┋ | Dashed Vertical Line Symbol |
Line Symbol Categories
Line symbols come in multiple styles, including solid strokes, heavy bars, and dashed patterns. Grouping them by appearance can help you pick a line that fits your spacing, alignment, and readability needs.
Horizontal Line Symbols
Horizontal lines are typically used as dividers, underlines, or separators between sections of text.
─ ━ ── ━━
Vertical Line Symbols
Vertical lines are often used as side borders, column separators, or minimal frames around content.
│ ║ ┃
Dashed and Dotted Line Symbols
Dashed and dotted lines are commonly used for lighter separators, menus, or compact text layouts where a solid bar feels too strong.
┄ ┅ ┆ ┇ ┈ ┉ ┊ ┋
Box-Drawing Border Lines
Box-drawing line characters are typically used to create frames, tables, and bordered blocks in plain text.
┌ ┐ └ ┘ ├ ┤ ┬ ┴ ┼
Double and Thick Border Lines
Double or thicker lines are often chosen for emphasis, headers, or borders that should stand out in a text layout.
═ ║ ╔ ╗ ╚ ╝
Bar and Divider-Like Lines
Bar-style line symbols are commonly used as separators within a single line of text, especially in titles, lists, or navigation-like text.
│ ┃ ║
Decorative Line Separators
Decorative line variations are often used to style headings and break up text blocks while keeping the layout simple.
┉ ┈ ┊ ┋
Line Symbol Usage Examples
Line symbols can be inserted anywhere text is accepted, making them useful for quick dividers and basic text structure. These examples show common ways people format content with line symbols.
Message Divider
Update ───────── Details below
List Formatting
Item A │ Item B │ Item C
Simple Border
┌───────┐ │ Notes │ └───────┘
Section Header
Title ━━━━━━
Light Separator
Part 1 ┉ Part 2 ┉ Part 3
Using Line Symbols on Social Media and Online Platforms
Line symbols are often used to create clean dividers, align text, and add structure to captions and profiles. Because they are Unicode characters, they can usually be copied and pasted directly into bios, posts, and messages on many platforms, though appearance may vary by font and device. Common uses include:
- Instagram bios with clean separators between roles or links
- Discord channel descriptions and server rules with dividers
- TikTok profiles formatted with sections and spacing
- X (Twitter) posts that separate items in a compact list
- WhatsApp and Telegram messages that use borders or simple boxes
- YouTube descriptions structured with headings and dividers
- Gaming profiles with minimal text borders and separators
Professional and Practical Uses for Line Symbols
- Separating sections in plain-text notes and documentation
- Creating simple tables, frames, and boxes with box-drawing characters
- Formatting checklists and rules in chat-based communities
- Adding visual structure to product specs and quick guides
- Improving readability in text-only layouts and templates
How to Type Line Symbols on Any Device
- Choose one or more line symbols from the grid (for example: ─ │ ║).
- Copy the selected symbols using the copy button or CTRL+C (Windows/Linux) or ⌘+C (Mac).
- Paste the symbols into your target app using paste or CTRL+V (Windows/Linux) or ⌘+V (Mac).
Unicode Line Symbols and Compatibility
Line symbols are defined by the Unicode standard with unique code points and official names, which helps them work across different operating systems and apps. Visual weight, alignment, and spacing can still vary depending on the font, so testing in your target platform is typically helpful when building borders or text-based layouts.
Line Symbols List and Common Uses
Use this table to review line symbols with their official Unicode names and typical usage contexts. Select any symbol to copy it for quick use in text formatting and simple border designs.