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Comma Symbol ,

The comma , is U+002C COMMA and is used to separate clauses, list items, numbers, and fields according to language and style.

Character
,
Unicode
U+002C

Comma 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.

Copy the comma symbol One click copies the exact Unicode character.
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    Place the cursor

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    Paste

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ProseProgrammingData formatsTypography references

What Is the Comma Symbol?

The comma , is U+002C COMMA and is used to separate clauses, list items, numbers, and fields according to language and style.

Prose

Programming

Data formats

Typography references

Comma Symbol Variants and Related Forms

Semicolon

Stronger clause separator

Arabic comma

Arabic-script punctuation

Ideographic comma

CJK list separator

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How to Type the Comma Symbol

Choose your device or app to insert the comma symbol without copying it from another page.

Comma Symbol on Windows

In Microsoft Word, type 002C and press Alt+X. In other Windows apps, use Character Map or copy , from this page.

Comma Symbol on Mac

Open Character Viewer with Control+Command+Space and search for the first character name, or copy , from this page.

Comma 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.

Comma Symbol on Android

Tap the copy button for ,, then paste it into the target app. Save it as a text replacement for repeated use.

Comma Symbol on Chromebook

On ChromeOS with Unicode input enabled, press Ctrl+Shift+U, type 2c, then press Enter; otherwise copy ,.

Comma Symbol on Microsoft Word

Type 002C, then press Alt+X to convert the code to ,.

Comma Symbol on Google Docs

Use Insert > Special characters and search by the Unicode name, or paste , from this page.

Comma Symbol Unicode and HTML Codes

Use these values when you need the comma symbol in HTML, CSS, source code, or a character reference.

Unicode U+002C
Unicode name COMMA
HTML decimal ,
HTML hex ,
CSS escape 2C

How to Use and Format the Comma Symbol

Format , according to the specific role defined for Comma Symbol. The comma , is U+002C COMMA and is used to separate clauses, list items, numbers, and fields according to language and style. For Comma Symbol, the encoded form is U+002C; preserve the complete sequence, capitalization, subscripts, superscripts, operator structure, or unit letters exactly as shown. Placement and spacing for comma symbol should follow the scientific, mathematical, editorial, musical, currency, or interface convention required by the actual use.

This page covers the ASCII comma ,. Arabic comma ،, ideographic comma 、, and decimal separators follow different language or data conventions. When comma symbol communicates an action, quantity, relation, category, or status, include nearby readable wording and an accessible name. Test comma symbol in the actual website, document, font, export format, and assistive-technology workflow rather than accepting a merely similar appearance.

  • In prose, identify , as Comma Symbol and explain the exact role it performs before the reader relies on it.

  • For programming, retain the complete sequence U+002C; do not silently replace , with ;.

  • When comma symbol appears in data formats, apply this convention: Use the character according to the language or editorial style in force.

  • While preparing typography references, compare , with ، and 、, then keep the form whose meaning matches the source.

  • Encode comma symbol as UTF-8 or the numeric references , and , so the published text remains searchable and selectable.

  • Give , the readable label “Comma Symbol” wherever the surrounding sentence, formula, score, table, or control does not already state the meaning.

  • Test comma symbol in the final font, mobile layout, PDF export, copy workflow, and screen-reader output before release.

Comma Symbol Examples

  • red, green, and blue
  • After lunch, we left
  • 1,000
  • name,city,country
  • Read as comma
  • Unicode sequence for Comma Symbol: U+002C
  • HTML decimal: ,
  • HTML hexadecimal: ,
  • CSS escapes: 2C
  • Accessible text label: Comma Symbol

Common Comma Symbol Mistakes

  • Using ; where , is required changes the intended comma symbol or introduces a different notation.
  • Dropping part of U+002C while copying comma symbol into prose.
  • Applying the wrong convention to comma symbol in programming; specifically, replacing the character with a visual lookalike..
  • Leaving , unexplained in data formats when the audience may read it as ،.
  • Assuming the font used for typography references will render comma symbol exactly like the preview on this page.
  • Converting , into an image even though selectable Unicode text is appropriate for comma symbol.
  • Publishing comma symbol without checking the distinction from 、.
  • Using , as the only accessible name of a button, diagram item, formula token, status message, or technical label.

Comma Symbol intent boundary

This page covers the ASCII comma ,. Arabic comma ،, ideographic comma 、, and decimal separators follow different language or data conventions.

More About the Comma Symbol

Comma Symbol is the copyable text ,. The comma , is U+002C COMMA and is used to separate clauses, list items, numbers, and fields according to language and style. The identity rule for this entry is: This page covers the ASCII comma ,. Arabic comma ،, ideographic comma 、, and decimal separators follow different language or data conventions. The examples show , in contexts such as HTML decimal: ,; HTML hexadecimal: ,; CSS escapes: 2C; Accessible text label: Comma Symbol; red, green, and blue. The page also groups , with Programming; Data formats; Typography references; Prose. Formatting checks are equally specific: While preparing typography references, compare , with ، and 、, then keep the form whose meaning matches the source.; Encode comma symbol as UTF-8 or the numeric references , and , so the published text remains searchable and selectable.; Give , the readable label “Comma Symbol” wherever the surrounding sentence, formula, score, table, or control does not already state the meaning.; Test comma symbol in the final font, mobile layout, PDF export, copy workflow, and screen-reader output before release.; In prose, identify , as Comma Symbol and explain the exact role it performs before the reader relies on it.. The most relevant mistakes to avoid are Assuming the font used for typography references will render comma symbol exactly like the preview on this page.; Converting , into an image even though selectable Unicode text is appropriate for comma symbol.; Publishing comma symbol without checking the distinction from 、.; Using , as the only accessible name of a button, diagram item, formula token, status message, or technical label.. For visual comparison, check ; Semicolon Stronger clause separator; ، Arabic comma Arabic-script punctuation; 、 Ideographic comma CJK list separator rather than substituting them automatically. One practical question is “Why might , look different in programming?” The recorded answer is: The font or emoji renderer can change shape and spacing, but the encoded sequence U+002C should remain unchanged. The safest workflow is to copy ,, verify U+002C after import or export, and apply the destination's own spacing and accessibility rules.

Comma Symbol FAQ

What is the encoded form of Comma Symbol?

Comma Symbol is stored as U+002C; its Unicode character names are COMMA.

How should I copy , for prose?

Copy the complete sequence , and verify that every character in U+002C remains present after pasting.

Which HTML form reproduces Comma Symbol?

Use literal UTF-8 ,, decimal references ,, or hexadecimal references ,; do not substitute ;.

Why might , look different in programming?

The font or emoji renderer can change shape and spacing, but the encoded sequence U+002C should remain unchanged.

Can I replace , with ، or 、?

Only when the destination convention explicitly calls for that form. This page covers the ASCII comma ,. Arabic comma ،, ideographic comma 、, and decimal separators follow different language or data conventions.