Enter the diameter symbol - how it works
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Keyboards have numerous keys and key combinations for special characters or symbols. One of them is the diameter symbol Ø. This article shows you how to enter the special character for Windows and MacOS.
Enter diameter characters under Windows
- One way to insert the diameter symbol in Word is via the context menu. To do this, select "Insert" in the menu bar, then the "Symbol" entry and there "Further symbol". Then select the character there and it is already included in your text.
- It's quicker with a key combination. Enter the following sequence of numbers while holding down the "Alt" key: 0 2 1 6
Diameter sign for Apple OSX
- The classic version works again via the menu. Click on "Edit" and then on "Special Characters" There you will find the symbol you want.
- The second option is again using a key combination. In contrast to Windows, on the Mac press "Alt" + "Shift" + "O".
(Practical tip originally written by Dominik Brandstetter)