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Greater-Than Symbol

Greater-than sign (>) is a math Unicode character for equations, comparisons, operators, set notation, or technical explanations within greater than symbol in the primary group.

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Description & Usage

The Greater-Than Symbol is >. Its Unicode code point is U+003E, HTML entity is >, CSS escape is \\3E, and JavaScript escape is \u003E.

Greater-than sign (>) is a math Unicode character for equations, comparisons, operators, set notation, or technical explanations within greater than symbol in the primary group.

Practical use

Use Greater-than sign in short plain-text math where a single operator or relation is clearer than spelling it out.

Compatibility

Greater-than sign is widely supported as a basic text character; use code formats when placing it in HTML, CSS, or JavaScript.

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.

Where this category helps

Plain-text equations

Greater Than Symbol help write readable equations, constraints, and comparisons in notes, comments, worksheets, and documentation.

Technical explanations

Unicode math signs are useful in prose, but complex expressions should stay in LaTeX, MathML, or an equation editor. For greater than symbol, keep the surrounding label and detail notes aligned with the intended use.

Readable comparisons

Choose the simplest relation or operator that preserves meaning, especially in accessibility-sensitive UI and learning materials. For greater than symbol, keep the surrounding label and detail notes aligned with the intended use.

Related categories

Move from greater than symbol into nearby categories when you need related Unicode signs, alternate notation, or a clearer symbol family.

FAQ

How do I copy the Greater-Than?

Use the copy button on SymbolCopy to copy Greater-Than to your clipboard, then paste it into your document, app, website, or social post.

What is the Unicode for Greater-Than?

The Unicode value for Greater-Than is U+003E.