How to Type the En Dash (–)
Fastest method: Alt+0150 on Windows (with Num Lock on), or Option+- on Mac. You can also copy the symbol directly below.
En Dash
U+2013
Windows (Alt code)
Alt+0150
Word (anywhere)
2013, Alt+X
Mac (Option key)
Option+-
Unicode code point
U+2013
HTML entity
–
FAQ
How do I type the en dash (–) on Windows?
Turn on Num Lock, hold the Alt key, then type 0150 on the numeric keypad. Release Alt and the – symbol appears.
How do I type the en dash (–) on Mac?
Press Option+-. This shortcut works in almost every macOS app.
How do I insert the en dash (–) in Word or Google Docs?
In Word, type 2013 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's the difference between the en dash (–) and the em dash (—)?
The en dash (–) is mainly used for ranges (e.g. 10–20) or to connect two related words. The em dash (—) marks a strong break or an aside in a sentence — see our dedicated page for that symbol.