Nabla Symbol codes and values
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Unicode | U+2207 |
| HTML (decimal) | ∇ |
| HTML (hex) | ∇ |
| HTML entity | ∇ |
| CSS | \2207 |
| JavaScript | \u2207 |
The official Unicode name is "Nabla".
How to type the nabla symbol
Windows
- In Microsoft Word, type
2207and 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 "nabla".
- Or add the "Unicode Hex Input" keyboard in System Settings, hold Option and type
2207.
Linux
- In GTK apps press Ctrl + Shift + U, type
2207and 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+2207 (decimal 8711) |
| UTF-8 bytes | E2 88 87 |
| URL encoded | %E2%88%87 |
| Category | Sm |
What the nabla symbol means
The nabla symbol looks like an inverted triangle and represents the vector differential operator in mathematics. Physicists and engineers use it to calculate gradients, divergences, and curls in multivariable calculus equations.
Using the nabla symbol well
Access this character through Unicode U+2207. Use dedicated equation editors or LaTeX environments in academic papers to maintain proper alignment and ensure accurate rendering across different viewing platforms.
Characters next to it in Unicode
| Character | Code | Name |
|---|---|---|
| ∄ | U+2204 | There Does Not Exist |
| ∅ | U+2205 | Empty Set |
| ∆ | U+2206 | Increment |
| ∈ | U+2208 | Element Of |
| ∉ | U+2209 | Not An Element Of |
| ∊ | U+220A | Small Element Of |
FAQ
What is the Unicode for the nabla symbol?
The nabla symbol ∇ is U+2207 (Nabla).
How do I type ∇ on a keyboard?
There is no classic Alt code for it. On Windows type 2207 in Word and press Alt + X, on Mac use the Character Viewer, and on Linux press Ctrl + Shift + U then 2207.
What is the HTML code for ∇?
Use ∇ or the named entity ∇. The hexadecimal form is ∇.
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