Degree Symbol Made Simple

Copy & paste the ° symbol or learn how to type it on any device. Quick, easy, and free!

Copy & Paste Degree Symbols

°
Standard
℃
Celsius
℉
Fahrenheit
K
Kelvin

Windows

Alt Code Method

Use the numeric keypad to enter the Alt code:

Hold Alt + 0176
  • Press and hold the Alt key
  • Type 0176 on the numeric keypad
  • Release the Alt key

Note: Make sure Num Lock is enabled.

Character Map

Use Windows Character Map utility:

  • Press Win + R, type "charmap" and press Enter
  • Find the degree symbol (°)
  • Click "Select" then "Copy"
  • Paste it where needed (Ctrl+V)

Microsoft Word

In Microsoft Office applications:

Insert → Symbol → More Symbols

Or use these shortcuts:

  • Type 00B0 then press Alt + X
  • Ctrl + @ followed by Space

Mac

Keyboard Shortcut

Use this simple keyboard shortcut:

Option + Shift + 8

This works in most applications on macOS.

Character Viewer

Use the built-in Character Viewer:

  • Press Control + Command + Space
  • Search for "degree"
  • Double-click the ° symbol to insert

iPhone & iPad

On-Screen Keyboard

Access the degree symbol from your keyboard:

  • Open the keyboard in any app
  • Tap the "123" button to switch to numbers
  • Tap and hold the 0 (zero) key
  • Slide to select the ° symbol

Copy-Paste Method

Copy from this website and paste:

  • Long press on the ° symbol above
  • Select "Copy" from the menu
  • Go to your app and long press
  • Select "Paste"

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the degree symbol on a laptop keyboard?

Most laptops don't have a dedicated degree symbol key. You can use the Alt code method (Alt + 0176 on Windows), keyboard shortcuts, or copy-paste the symbol from this page.

How do I type the degree symbol on a Lenovo or Dell laptop?

For Lenovo, Dell, and other Windows laptops:

  • Enable Num Lock (you may need to press Fn + Num Lock)
  • Hold the Alt key
  • Type 0176 on the numeric keypad (usually on the right side of the keyboard)
  • Release the Alt key
Can I type the degree symbol on a phone?

Yes! On iPhones and iPads, tap and hold the 0 (zero) key to reveal the degree symbol. On Android devices, switch to the symbols keyboard (usually by pressing ?123 or !#1) and look for the ° symbol.

What is the Alt code for the degree symbol?

The Alt code for the degree symbol is 0176. Hold the Alt key and type 0176 on the numeric keypad to insert the ° symbol.

How do I type the degree symbol in Google Docs?

In Google Docs:

  • Go to Insert > Special characters
  • Search for "degree"
  • Click on the ° symbol to insert it
  • Alternatively, use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + . (period) then press the spacebar
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