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Description & Usage
The Not Equal Symbol is ≠. Its Unicode code point is U+2260, HTML entity is ≠, CSS escape is \\2260, and JavaScript escape is \u2260.
Not equal sign (≠) is a gender-related Unicode sign for identity references, forms, profiles, and educational notes within gender symbols in the relations group.
Practical use
Use Not equal sign with clear wording in identity, profile, educational, or form contexts where the symbol meaning is intended and respectful.
Compatibility
Not equal sign is a Unicode character, but exact shape, weight, spacing, and fallback behavior depend on the font and platform.
Use with care
Not equal sign 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
Gender Symbols 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 gender symbols, 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 gender symbols, keep the surrounding label and detail notes aligned with the intended use.
Related categories
Move from gender symbols 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 Not Equal?
Use the copy button on SymbolCopy to copy Not Equal to your clipboard, then paste it into your document, app, website, or social post.
What is the Unicode for Not Equal?
The Unicode value for Not Equal is U+2260.