L With Stroke (ł)
Copy L With Stroke or use the platform-specific methods below.
ł Character Codes
| Character | ł |
|---|---|
| Unicode | U+0142 |
| HTML named entity | ł |
| HTML decimal | ł |
| HTML hexadecimal | ł |
| Windows Alt code | No dependable legacy Alt code |
How to Type ł on Windows
The most reliable Windows method is Character Map, the touch keyboard, or the Word Unicode method. In Microsoft Word, type 0142 and press Alt + X.
How to Type ł on Mac
Press and hold the related base letter until the accent menu appears, then choose the matching character. Character Viewer, opened with Control + Command + Space, is the dependable fallback.
The uppercase partner is Ł. Use the same platform method while entering or selecting the uppercase form.
How to Type ł on Chromebook, iPhone, and Android
On Chromebook, press Ctrl + Shift + U, type 0142, and press Enter. On iPhone and Android, hold the related letter and slide to ł.
Language and Usage
ł is used in Polish, Kashubian, Sorbian, and names. Example: Łódź, Michał. Polish Ł is a separate letter and is not the same as plain L or a slash symbol.
Use the real Unicode character rather than an image or a visually similar substitute. That keeps search, sorting, copying, screen readers, and data exchange accurate.