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Description & Usage
The Saltire Symbol is ☓. Its Unicode code point is U+2613, HTML entity is ☓, CSS escape is \\2613, and JavaScript escape is \u2613.
Saltire (☓) is a cultural, religious, astronomy, or reference symbol whose meaning depends on surrounding context within cross symbol in the cross group.
Practical use
Use Saltire with surrounding words when the symbol has cultural, religious, astronomical, or community-specific meaning.
Compatibility
Saltire is a Unicode character, but exact shape, weight, spacing, and fallback behavior depend on the font and platform.
Use with care
Saltire can carry identity, cultural, religious, or community meaning; avoid using it as decoration when context could be misunderstood.
Use the primary copy button for the actual character. Use the implementation codes when you need to place the same symbol in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, or technical documentation.
Related Symbols
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Profiles and identity text
Cross Symbol can appear in bios, forms, educational notes, and cultural references when the surrounding wording is clear.
Reference writing
Use symbols alongside plain-language labels so readers understand the intended identity, tradition, astronomy, or cultural meaning. For cross symbol, keep the surrounding label and detail notes aligned with the intended use.
Respectful context
Meaning can vary by community, religion, culture, or platform. Avoid using sensitive symbols as decoration without context. For cross symbol, keep the surrounding label and detail notes aligned with the intended use.
Related categories
Move from cross symbol into nearby categories when you need related Unicode signs, alternate notation, or a clearer symbol family.
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FAQ
How do I copy the Saltire?
Use the copy button on SymbolCopy to copy Saltire to your clipboard, then paste it into your document, app, website, or social post.
What is the Unicode for Saltire?
The Unicode value for Saltire is U+2613.