Euro Sign codes and values
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Unicode | U+20AC |
| HTML (decimal) | € |
| HTML (hex) | € |
| HTML entity | € |
| CSS | \20AC |
| JavaScript | \u20AC |
| Windows Alt code | Alt+0128 |
The official Unicode name is "Euro Sign".
How to type the euro sign
Windows
- Hold Alt and type
0128on the numeric keypad, then release. (Num Lock must be on.) - In Microsoft Word, type
20ACand press Alt + X to turn the code into €. - Or press Win + . to open the emoji and symbol panel and search for it.
Mac
- Press Control + Command + Space to open the Character Viewer and search for "euro sign".
- Or add the "Unicode Hex Input" keyboard in System Settings, hold Option and type
20AC.
Linux
- In GTK apps press Ctrl + Shift + U, type
20acand press Enter.
Web pages
Write € or € in HTML, or paste the character directly into a UTF-8 page.
Encoding details
| Encoding | Value |
|---|---|
| Code point | U+20AC (decimal 8364) |
| UTF-8 bytes | E2 82 AC |
| URL encoded | %E2%82%AC |
| Category | Sc |
What the euro sign means
This currency symbol represents the euro, the official money used by many European Union member states. Banks, retailers, and financial platforms display it to identify prices and transactions conducted in this specific monetary unit.
Using the euro sign well
Use the HTML entity € or Unicode U+20AC in electronic invoices and websites. Check that legacy systems and older fonts support the character to prevent data corruption during processing.
Characters next to it in Unicode
| Character | Code | Name |
|---|---|---|
| ₩ | U+20A9 | Won Sign |
| ₪ | U+20AA | New Sheqel Sign |
| ₫ | U+20AB | Dong Sign |
| ₭ | U+20AD | Kip Sign |
| ₮ | U+20AE | Tugrik Sign |
| ₯ | U+20AF | Drachma Sign |
FAQ
What is the Unicode for the euro sign?
The euro sign € is U+20AC (Euro Sign).
How do I type € on a keyboard?
On Windows hold Alt and type 0128 on the numeric keypad. On Mac use the Character Viewer (Control + Command + Space), and on Linux use Ctrl + Shift + U then 20ac.
What is the HTML code for €?
Use € or the named entity €. The hexadecimal form is €.
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