Anchor Symbol Copy and Paste
Press the Copy button beside ⚓, then paste it with Ctrl+V on Windows, Command+V on Mac, or the Paste command on mobile.
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- 1Copy
Press the button to copy ⚓.
- 2Place the cursor
Open the message, document, form, or profile where you need it.
- 3Paste
Use Ctrl+V, Command+V, or the mobile Paste command.
What Is the Anchor Symbol?
The character depicts a nautical anchor and fits port, marine, sailing, and mooring references. It should not be confused with a web-page anchor, a geometric anchor point, a naval badge, or a commercial logo.
Marine labels
Port information
Nautical messages
Decorative text
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How to Type the Anchor Symbol
Choose your device or app to insert the anchor symbol without copying it from another page.
Anchor Symbol on Windows
In Microsoft Word, type 2693 and press Alt+X. In other Windows apps, use Character Map or copy ⚓ from this page.
Anchor Symbol on Mac
Open Character Viewer with Control+Command+Space and search for the first character name, or copy ⚓ from this page.
Anchor Symbol on iPhone and iPad
Tap the copy button for ⚓, then paste it into the target app. Save it as a text replacement for repeated use.
Anchor Symbol on Android
Tap the copy button for ⚓, then paste it into the target app. Save it as a text replacement for repeated use.
Anchor Symbol on Chromebook
On ChromeOS with Unicode input enabled, press Ctrl+Shift+U, type 2693, then press Enter; otherwise copy ⚓.
Anchor Symbol on Microsoft Word
Type 2693, then press Alt+X to convert the code to ⚓.
Anchor Symbol on Google Docs
Use Insert > Special characters and search by the Unicode name, or paste ⚓ from this page.
Anchor Symbol Unicode and HTML Codes
Use these values when you need the anchor symbol in HTML, CSS, source code, or a character reference.
U+2693
ANCHOR
⚓
⚓
2693
How to Use and Format the Anchor Symbol
Format ⚓ according to the specific role defined for Anchor Symbol. ⚓ is U+2693 ANCHOR, a text/emoji character depicting a nautical anchor. The encoded form is U+2693; preserve the full sequence, capitalization, combining marks, superscripts, and unit letters exactly as shown. For anchor symbol, placement and spacing should follow the mathematical, scientific, currency, editorial, or interface convention described on this page.
This page covers the Unicode anchor character ⚓. Broader anchor symbolism, naval insignia, and brand logos require separate historical or visual treatment. When ⚓ communicates an action, quantity, category, warning, or status, include nearby readable wording and an accessible name. Test anchor symbol in the actual website, document, font, export format, and assistive-technology workflow rather than accepting a merely similar glyph.
Use nearby words when ⚓ identifies a service or place
Do not present it as an official naval insignia
Expect text and emoji presentation differences
Use a real technical drawing for anchoring equipment
Preserve the exact encoded form U+2693 when publishing anchor symbol.
Use UTF-8 text or complete numeric references for ⚓ rather than a visual lookalike.
Test anchor symbol rendering, copying, search, and accessibility in the final application.
Anchor Symbol Examples
Harbor ⚓Marina services ⚓Nautical event ⚓Anchor point ⚓Accessible label: anchorUnicode sequence for Anchor Symbol: U+2693HTML decimal: ⚓HTML hexadecimal: ⚓CSS escapes: 2693Accessible text label: Anchor Symbol
Common Anchor Symbol Mistakes
- Assuming ⚓ is a specific organization logo
- Using it without a label in navigation
- Treating the emoji as engineering guidance
- Overstating one universal symbolic meaning
- Replacing anchor symbol with a lookalike without checking U+2693.
- Assuming ⚓ has identical metrics or artwork in every font and platform.
- Converting ⚓ to an image when selectable text is more appropriate.
- Using ⚓ as the only accessible name of an interactive control.
Intent differentiation
Anchor Symbol intent boundary
This page covers the Unicode anchor character ⚓. Broader anchor symbolism, naval insignia, and brand logos require separate historical or visual treatment.
Search intent coverage
Anchor character and contextual meaning
This page identifies ⚓ as the Unicode anchor character. Any decorative, personal, or organizational meaning should be attributed to the specific context rather than presented as a universal definition.
More About the Anchor Symbol
⚓ is Anchor Symbol, encoded as U+2693 (ANCHOR). The character depicts a nautical anchor and fits port, marine, sailing, and mooring references. It should not be confused with a web-page anchor, a geometric anchor point, a naval badge, or a commercial logo. For Anchor Symbol, ⚓ is encoded as U+2693, and its Unicode name is ANCHOR. Anchor Symbol is most useful for Marine labels, Port information, Nautical messages, Decorative text. Keep ⚓ as selectable text whenever an image is unnecessary. Typical Anchor Symbol examples are Harbor ⚓; Marina services ⚓; Nautical event ⚓; Anchor point ⚓. Anchor Symbol may look different with fonts or emoji artwork, while the encoded value remains the same. Avoid these common Anchor Symbol problems: Assuming ⚓ is a specific organization logo; Using it without a label in navigation; Treating the emoji as engineering guidance. For reliable Anchor Symbol formatting, Use nearby words when ⚓ identifies a service or place; Do not present it as an official naval insignia; Expect text and emoji presentation differences. Anchor Symbol on Windows: In Microsoft Word, type 2693 and press Alt+X. In other Windows apps, use Character Map or copy ⚓ from this page. Anchor Symbol on Mac: Open Character Viewer with Control+Command+Space and search for the first character name, or copy ⚓ from this page. Anchor Symbol on iPhone: Tap the copy button for ⚓, then paste it into the target app. Save it as a text replacement for repeated use.
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Anchor Symbol FAQ
What is the Unicode sequence for Anchor Symbol?
The encoded sequence is U+2693; the Unicode names are ANCHOR.
How do I copy Anchor Symbol?
Use the Copy button for ⚓, then paste the complete text sequence into the destination application.
Can I use ⚓ in HTML?
Yes. Use UTF-8 text ⚓, decimal references ⚓, or hexadecimal references ⚓.
Why can ⚓ look different?
Fonts and emoji platforms draw anchor symbol differently while preserving the same encoded sequence.
Does ⚓ need an accessible label?
Yes when ⚓ communicates essential meaning or operates as a control; use a concise text label that states the intended meaning.
What does the anchor symbol mean?
⚓ is the Unicode ANCHOR character. It can denote an anchor, maritime context, or a location or feature chosen by an author; broader associations are contextual rather than universal.