Square Root Symbol √ — Copy & Paste
The square root symbol √ (radical sign) indicates the square root operation in mathematics. The number or expression under the radical sign is called the radicand. For cube roots or higher roots, a small number is placed in the notch of the radical sign.
Copy the square root symbol√
U+221A·Decimal 8730
How to Type Square Root Symbol
⌘Mac
Option + V⊞Windows
No Windows keystroke for the square root symbol; copy the square root symbol above.📱iPhone / iOS
No iOS keystroke for the square root symbol; copy the square root symbol above.</>HTML Code
√On Android, reach the square root symbol via a long-press on nearby keys, or copy the square root symbol (√) above.
Square Root Symbol — Unicode Details
Unicode
U+221ADecimal
8730Hex
221AHTML
√Where Is Square Root Symbol Used?
- ✦Math equations
- ✦Algebra
- ✦Physics formulas
- ✦Scientific notation
Other Names for √
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Frequently Asked Questions
Typing the square root symbol on a Mac▼
Option + V types the square root symbol (√); any field takes the square root symbol.
Will the square root symbol paste into social apps?▼
Yes — the square root symbol is Unicode U+221A, so the square root symbol travels intact.
HTML codes for the square root symbol▼
Square Root Symbol entity: √; numeric √; hex √.