U+00D7
| OS | Layout | Shortcut |
|---|---|---|
| Windows(you) | Us | AltGr + X |
| Windows | Uk | AltGr + * |
| Windows | German | AltGr + 8 |
| macOS | Us | — |
| macOS | Uk | Option + 8 |
| macOS | German | Option + 8 |
| Application | How to insert Multiplication Sign |
|---|---|
| Windows (any app) | Hold Alt and type 0215 on the numeric keypad |
| Microsoft Word | Type 00D7, then press Alt+X |
| Excel / Google Sheets | Use the formula =UNICHAR(215) |
| Google Docs | Insert → Special characters, then search "multiplication sign" |
| HTML | × or × |
| CSS (content property) | content: "\00D7" |
| JavaScript | "\u00D7" |
The multiplication sign indicates multiplication of two numbers.
Used in mathematics (3 × 4 = 12), dimensions (1920 × 1080), and scientific notation. Preferred over 'x' for mathematical multiplication.