How to Type the Copyright Symbol (Windows, Mac, Android, and iPhone)

A neat symbol that carries weight

The copyright symbol (©) serves as a hallmark of ownership and a shield for intellectual property. As a content creator, writer, or business professional, there’s a good chance you’ll need to type this symbol at some point. But let’s face it—it’s not exactly waving at you from the keyboard.

Whether you’re rocking a Windows PC, Mac, Android, or iPhone, this tutorial delivers simple techniques to easily slip the copyright symbol into your documents, emails, or social media. We’ll delve into a variety of tools at your disposal—from quick keyboard shortcuts to character maps and special menus.

On a Windows PC, you have two methods to type the copyright symbol: an Alt code and the Character Map utility.

If your Windows keyboard has a number pad, the fastest way to insert the copyright symbol is to use the Alt+0169 code sequence. Here’s how:

Note: If the Alt code fails to work, press theNumLockkey and try again.

If your PC doesn’t have a numeric keyboard or the Alt code above won’t register, use the Character Map utility in Windows to copy-paste the copyright symbol. Here’s how:

Note: If you have trouble locating the copyright symbol, check the box next toAdvancedview, setGroup by to Unicode Subrange, and selectGeneral Punctuation.

Compared to Windows, typing the copyright symbol in macOS is even faster. You can use an easy-to-remember keyboard shortcut or insert it via the built-in Character Viewer applet.

Your Mac keyboard comes with a dedicated shortcut that lets you insert the copyright symbol quickly. Just hold theOptionkey and pressG. That’s it!

Alternatively, use the Character Viewer applet on the Mac to add the copyright symbol. Here’s how:

To insert variations of the copyright symbol:

On Android devices, the copyright symbol is available among the list of special characters on almost every keyboard. You can get to it with just a couple of taps.

As examples, here’s how to type the copyright sign in the native Gboard and the third-party Microsoft SwiftKey.

If you’re an Apple iPhone or iPad user, you can insert the copyright symbol via the Emoji keyboard, copy-paste it from an online source, or set it up as a text replacement. Here’s how:

The easiest way to insert the copyright symbol on an iOS or iPadOS device is through the Emoji keyboard. To do that:

If the copyright Emoji looks too big, copy-paste it from an online source like FSymbols. Here’s how:

Suppose you need to insert the copyright sign regularly but prefer the copy-paste approach. In that case, it’s best to bind the symbol to a text-based shortcut. Here’s how:

If you have a keyboard set up with your iPad, you can insert the copyright sign via keyboard shortcut just like you’d on a Mac. Just hold down theOptionkey and pressG.

If you’re working on a Linux desktop or Chromebook, you can insert the copyright symbol with the following Unicode shortcut:

You can also insert the copyright symbol as a Compose Key sequence on most Linux distros. Just pressAlt+Shift+C+O.

Word processing applications come with built-in special character insertion techniques. For example, inMicrosoft Word and Google Docs, typeCwithin parenthesis—(c)—and press theSpacebar, and your word processor’s autocorrect functionality should kick in and convert it to the copyright symbol. This works on desktops and mobiles.

Additionally, desktop-based word processors offer a special character insertion tool you can use to type the copyright symbol. Here are two quick examples.

Note: The above methods also work in presentation programs like Microsoft PowerPoint and Google Sheets.

The copyright symbol is not just a neat little character; it carries weight. While it may not be immediately visible on your keyboard, there are numerous straightforward methods to add this symbol, irrespective of the device or platform you are using.

We’ve covered many techniques, whether you’re on a Windows PC, Mac, Android, iPhone, or even using word processing applications like MS Word or Google Docs. Keep this guide handy, and you’ll never struggle with the copyright sign again.

Dilum Senevirathne is a freelance tech writer and blogger with three years of experience writing for online technology publications. He specializes in topics related to iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and Google web apps. When he isn’t hammering away at his Magic Keyboard, you can catch him binge-watching productivity hacks on YouTube.Read Dilum’s Full Bio

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