Degree Celsius Symbol (℃)
Degree Celsius Symbol
The degree Celsius compatibility character combines the degree sign and capital C in one code point.
Codes for ℃
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How to Type ℃ on Windows and Word
For the most reliable Windows method, copy the symbol from this page. In Microsoft Word, type 2103 and press Alt+X. Word converts the hexadecimal Unicode value into ℃. Press Alt+X again to switch the symbol back to its code.
How to Type ℃ on Mac, Chromebook, and Linux
On a Mac, open Character Viewer with Control+Command+Space, search for “Degree Celsius Symbol”, and insert it. Chromebook users can copy the symbol or use the Unicode input method where supported. On Linux, press Ctrl+Shift+U, type 2103, and press Enter.
Examples and Correct Usage
For most modern text, standards generally prefer separate characters: 25 °C. The combined ℃ character remains useful when exact legacy text must be preserved.
Use the actual Unicode character rather than a visually similar keyboard substitute when the distinction matters in mathematics, science, accessibility, searching, or data processing.