How to Type the Division Sign (÷)
Fastest method: Alt+247 on Windows (with Num Lock on), or Option+/ on Mac. You can also copy the symbol directly below.
Division Sign
U+00F7
Windows (Alt code)
Alt+247
Word (anywhere)
00F7, Alt+X
Mac (Option key)
Option+/
Unicode code point
U+00F7
HTML entity
÷
FAQ
How do I type the division sign (÷) on Windows?
Turn on Num Lock, hold the Alt key, then type 247 on the numeric keypad. Release Alt and the ÷ symbol appears.
How do I type the division sign (÷) on Mac?
Press Option+/. This shortcut works in almost every macOS app.
How do I insert the division sign (÷) in Word or Google Docs?
In Word, type 00F7 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 division sign (÷)?
The HTML entity is ÷ (or the numeric code ÷) — use it directly in your source code.