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Description & Usage
The En Dash Symbol is –. Its Unicode code point is U+2013, HTML entity is –, CSS escape is \\2013, and JavaScript escape is \u2013.
En dash (–) is a Unicode symbol for plain-text content, labels, notes, documents, and related section symbol use in the dashes group.
Practical use
Use En dash where the symbol meaning is clear from nearby text, and test it in the final app or document before publishing.
Compatibility
En dash 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.
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Plain-text use
Section Symbol can be copied into documents, labels, notes, posts, and interfaces that support Unicode text.
Code formats
Use Unicode, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript formats when a character must be represented consistently in technical content. For section symbol, keep the surrounding label and detail notes aligned with the intended use.
Context first
Check the symbol meaning, rendering, and surrounding text before using it in public or technical content. For section symbol, keep the surrounding label and detail notes aligned with the intended use.
Related categories
Move from section 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 En Dash?
Use the copy button on SymbolCopy to copy En Dash to your clipboard, then paste it into your document, app, website, or social post.
What is the Unicode for En Dash?
The Unicode value for En Dash is U+2013.