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Description & Usage
The Pilcrow Symbol is ¶. Its Unicode code point is U+00B6, HTML entity is ¶, CSS escape is \\B6, and JavaScript escape is \u00B6.
Pilcrow sign (¶) is a punctuation or text mark for separators, editing notes, labels, usernames, and plain-text formatting within paragraph symbol in the primary group.
Practical use
Use Pilcrow sign for punctuation, separation, emphasis, editing notation, usernames, or compact labels when the mark is allowed by the target app.
Compatibility
Pilcrow sign is a Unicode character, but exact shape, weight, spacing, and fallback behavior depend on the font and platform.
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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Clean text formatting
Paragraph Symbol help create separators, bullets, ranges, quotes, lists, and editing marks without adding images.
Usernames and labels
Short punctuation marks can separate words in profiles and handles, but some platforms restrict special characters. For paragraph symbol, keep the surrounding label and detail notes aligned with the intended use.
Publishing polish
Choose typographic marks such as en dashes, em dashes, primes, and curly quotes when the distinction improves readability. For paragraph symbol, keep the surrounding label and detail notes aligned with the intended use.
Related categories
Move from paragraph 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 Pilcrow?
Use the copy button on SymbolCopy to copy Pilcrow to your clipboard, then paste it into your document, app, website, or social post.
What is the Unicode for Pilcrow?
The Unicode value for Pilcrow is U+00B6.