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How to type the degree symbol on all devices

Quick answer

The degree symbol (°) is small, but showing the right way to type it on Windows, Mac, iPhone, Android, Linux and in HTML/Markdown saves time. Below you'll find step-by-step methods and a copy-paste table.

Windows

Using Alt codes: hold Alt and type 0176 on the numeric keypad → release Alt: °. If you don’t have a numeric keypad, use the Character Map app or press Windows + . to open emoji & symbol picker and search for "degree".

Mac

Press Option + Shift + 8 to type °. Alternatively open the Character Viewer (Control + Command + Space) and search "degree".

iPhone / iPad

Open the keyboard, tap the 123 key, then the #+= key — you’ll see the degree symbol ° on many iOS keyboards; otherwise long-press the zero (0) key on some layouts or copy-paste from this page.

Android

On most Android keyboards: switch to the symbols view (123 or ?123), then to the second symbols page (+=). If not present, long-press the 0 key, or use Gboard: Settings → Text correction → Personal Dictionary to add a shortcut like "deg" → "°".

Linux

Press Ctrl + Shift + U, then type 00B0 and press Enter (Unicode input). Or use compose key sequences like Compose + O + o depending on your configuration.

HTML / Markdown

Use ° or ° to display the degree symbol in HTML. In Markdown saved as HTML this will work too.

Copy-paste table

°  - Degree symbol ℉ - Degree Fahrenheit ℃ - Degree Celsius

When to use ° vs ℃ vs ℉

Use ° immediately before units (e.g., 20 °C, or 68 °F). Style guides sometimes prefer no space before the unit (20°C). Be consistent with your audience and region.

Shortcuts summary

Further reading

See our detailed cheat sheet on degree symbol copy paste and keyboard shortcuts for every device.