Ampersand & — Copy & Paste
The ampersand & is a ligature of 'et' (Latin for 'and') and is used as an informal shorthand for 'and'. It appears in brand names (H&M, AT&T), titles, captions, and anywhere a stylish alternative to writing out 'and' is preferred.
How to Type Ampersand
Shift + 7 on US keyboardShift + 7 on US keyboardTap 123 keyboard → &&On Android, long-press common keys or use the special characters keyboard to find &. Or just copy it from this page — it works everywhere.
Unicode Details
U+0026380026&Where Is Ampersand Used?
- ✦Brand names
- ✦Titles
- ✦Captions
- ✦Informal writing
Other Names for &
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I type the ampersand on a Mac?▼
On a Mac, press Shift + 7 on US keyboard to insert & directly in any text field.
Does & work on Instagram, Discord, and TikTok?▼
Yes — & is a standard Unicode character (U+0026) that renders on every platform and device. Copy it from this page and paste it into any text field on Instagram, Discord, TikTok, Twitter/X, WhatsApp, or elsewhere.
What is the HTML code for &?▼
The HTML entity for & is &. You can also use the numeric reference & or the hex reference &.