Symbol diameter ø and Ø: how to write it with the keyboard

Write the diameter symbol on your devices

In this guide we will explain how to write the symbol for diameter. We show you the different possibilities you have depending on the device you are using. For this reason, we are not only going to focus on Windows computers, but we will show you in detail what you must do to enter this symbol on any device.

How to write the symbol ø and Ø on the keyboard of your device

Let’s learn how to input the diameter symbol in different operating systems.

with clipboard

The simplest and most universal way to enter the diameter symbol is by copying and pasting. Also, if your device has clipboard historyyou will always have it at hand, in the event that you need it on a recurring basis.

For our part, we leave both symbols here so you can write them as many times as you want:

windows

if you have a windows computerthis is the key combination you need to know to type the diameter symbol:

• Alt + 155. Keyboard combination to type the symbol for diameter in lower case (ø).
• Alt + 157. This works for the symbol corresponding to uppercase writing (Ø).

It is necessary to hold the ALT key while you type the corresponding numbering. When you release ALT, the symbol appears on the screen. Additionally, you can copy and paste it from the characters mapas shown in this image:

To get to it, in the Windows search type “character map” and access the first result.

linux

The linux users They have it very easy if they want to write the diameter symbol, both in upper and lower case:

• Alt Gr + O. Allows you to write the symbol corresponding to the writing in lower case (ø).
• Alt Gr + Shift + O. Use this shortcut to enter the uppercase symbol (Ø).

macOS

In you mac computer the combination is very simple. Press these keys at the same time:

• Option (⌥) + O. Equivalent to the symbol corresponding to writing in lower case (ø).
• Option (⌥) + Shift + O. It is used to put the symbol of the diameter corresponding to the writing in capital letters (Ø).

Android

Taking as reference gboardthe keyboard par excellence on Android, do the following:

1. Press the button to activate the numeric keypad and symbols.
2. Long press on the 0 button.
3. From the popup menu, select the diameter symbol.

iOS

Assuming that you have not installed any third-party keyboard and that you use the one that comes by default on your iPhone or iPadthese are the steps you must follow to put the symbol of the diameter:

1. Open the keyboard.
2. Long press on the letter O.
3. In the options that appear at the top, select the diameter symbol.

How to type other symbols on the keyboard

This is not the first time that we explain how write a specific symbol on your devices. Take a look at other similar posts and learn how to write the Euro symbol (€) or put an at sign in all operating systems. Likewise, it is interesting to know a little more about the Shift or Shift key, essential for writing many of the symbols on PC.

If you have questions about the procedure, see you in the comments.

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