How to Type the Degree Symbol (°)
Fastest method: Alt+0176 on Windows (with Num Lock on), or Option+Shift+8 on Mac. You can also copy the symbol directly below.
Degree Sign
U+00B0
Windows (Alt code)
Alt+0176
Word (anywhere)
00B0, Alt+X
Mac (Option key)
Option+Shift+8
Unicode code point
U+00B0
HTML entity
°
FAQ
How do I type ° on Windows?
Turn on Num Lock, hold the Alt key, then type 0176 on the numeric keypad. Release Alt and the ° symbol appears.
How do I type ° on Mac?
Press Option+Shift+8. This shortcut works in almost every macOS app.
How do I insert ° in Word or Google Docs?
In Word, type 00B0 then immediately press Alt+X — the code turns into °. In Google Docs, use the Mac or Windows shortcut above, or go to Insert > Special characters.
What is the HTML code for the degree symbol?
The HTML entity is ° (or the numeric code °) — use it directly in your source code.