U+2014
| OS | Layout | Shortcut |
|---|---|---|
| Windows(you) | Us | AltGr + Shift + - |
| Windows | Uk | AltGr + Shift + - |
| Windows | German | AltGr + Shift + - |
| macOS | Us | Option + Shift + - |
| macOS | Uk | Option + Shift + - |
| macOS | German | Option + Shift + - |
| Application | How to insert Em Dash |
|---|---|
| Windows (any app) | Hold Alt and type 0151 on the numeric keypad |
| Microsoft Word | Type 2014, then press Alt+X |
| Excel / Google Sheets | Use the formula =UNICHAR(8212) |
| Google Docs | Insert → Special characters, then search "em dash" |
| HTML | — or — |
| CSS (content property) | content: "\2014" |
| JavaScript | "\u2014" |
The em dash is a typographic dash the width of the letter 'M'. It is the longest common dash.
Used for parenthetical statements — like this — in place of commas or parentheses. Also used to attribute quotes and indicate interrupted speech.