High Voltage Symbol codes and values
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Unicode | U+26A1 |
| HTML (decimal) | ⚡ |
| HTML (hex) | ⚡ |
| CSS | \26A1 |
| JavaScript | \u26A1 |
The official Unicode name is "High Voltage Sign".
How to type the high voltage symbol
Windows
- In Microsoft Word, type
26A1and 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 "high voltage sign".
- Or add the "Unicode Hex Input" keyboard in System Settings, hold Option and type
26A1.
Linux
- In GTK apps press Ctrl + Shift + U, type
26a1and press Enter.
Web pages
Write ⚡ in HTML, or paste the character directly into a UTF-8 page.
Encoding details
| Encoding | Value |
|---|---|
| Code point | U+26A1 (decimal 9889) |
| UTF-8 bytes | E2 9A A1 |
| URL encoded | %E2%9A%A1 |
| Category | So |
What the high voltage symbol means
The high voltage symbol shows a lightning bolt to warn of electrical danger or represent power. Safety signs, hardware labels, and software interfaces use it to indicate energy, charging states, or hazards.
Using the high voltage symbol well
Insert this warning glyph using Unicode U+26A1. Always use standardized safety colors like yellow or red alongside it in physical signage to comply with recognized hazard communication protocols.
Characters next to it in Unicode
| Character | Code | Name |
|---|---|---|
| ⚞ | U+269E | Three Lines Converging Right |
| ⚟ | U+269F | Three Lines Converging Left |
| ⚠ | U+26A0 | Warning Sign |
| ⚢ | U+26A2 | Doubled Female Sign |
| ⚣ | U+26A3 | Doubled Male Sign |
| ⚤ | U+26A4 | Interlocked Female And Male Sign |
FAQ
What is the Unicode for the high voltage symbol?
The high voltage symbol ⚡ is U+26A1 (High Voltage Sign).
How do I type ⚡ on a keyboard?
There is no classic Alt code for it. On Windows type 26A1 in Word and press Alt + X, on Mac use the Character Viewer, and on Linux press Ctrl + Shift + U then 26a1.
What is the HTML code for ⚡?
Use ⚡. The hexadecimal form is ⚡.
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