⌥ Option Key Symbol (Copy and Paste)

The option key symbol ⌥ is a Unicode character that can be copied and pasted into text, messages, documents, and online content. This page makes it easy to copy the symbol and use it across different platforms and devices without installing fonts or software.

Option Key Symbol Character Codes

The option key symbol ⌥ can be written using different character encodings depending on the platform or programming language. The table below lists the HTML, Unicode, and system-specific codes commonly used to display this symbol.

How to Write the Option Key Symbol ⌥ on Keyboard

• Hold down the ALT key on your keyboard.
• While holding ALT, type the code 8997 using the numeric keypad.
• Release the ALT key to insert the symbol ⌥.
• If your keyboard does not have a numeric keypad, hold Fn + ALT while typing the code 8997.