Dagger 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
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- 2Place the cursor
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- 3Paste
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What Is the Dagger Symbol?
† is U+2020 DAGGER. In typography it can mark a second footnote level, a reference, or a death date, depending on the publication convention.
Footnote markers
Reference annotations
Genealogy dates
Lexicographic notes
Related forms
Dagger Symbol Variants and Related Forms
Double dagger
Related typographic reference mark
Dagger emoji
Pictographic weapon character
Latin cross
Religious cross character
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How to Type the Dagger Symbol
Choose your device or app to insert the dagger symbol without copying it from another page.
Dagger Symbol on Windows
In Microsoft Word, type 2020 and press Alt+X. In other Windows apps, use Character Map or copy † from this page.
Dagger Symbol on Mac
Open Character Viewer with Control+Command+Space and search for “dagger,” or copy †.
Dagger 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.
Dagger Symbol on Android
Tap the copy button for †, then paste it into the target app. Save it as a text replacement for repeated use.
Dagger Symbol on Chromebook
On ChromeOS with Unicode input enabled, press Ctrl+Shift+U, type 2020, then press Enter; otherwise copy †.
Dagger Symbol on Microsoft Word
Type 2020, then press Alt+X to convert the code to †.
Dagger Symbol on Google Docs
Use Insert > Special characters and search the Unicode name, or paste † from this page.
Dagger Symbol Unicode and HTML Codes
Use these values when you need the dagger symbol in HTML, CSS, source code, or a character reference.
U+2020
DAGGER
†
†
2020
How to Use and Format the Dagger Symbol
Format † according to its role on this page. † is U+2020 DAGGER. In typography it can mark a second footnote level, a reference, or a death date, depending on the publication convention. For dagger symbol content, verify the encoded form U+2020, preserve the complete character sequence, and choose a font that supports the intended text or emoji presentation. For dagger symbol usage, the placement, spacing, capitalization, and surrounding words should follow the discipline or publication style described below.
This page covers the typographic dagger †, not the dagger-knife emoji 🗡 and not a Christian cross used as a religious emblem. When † communicates an action, measurement, identity, warning, category, or other essential information, provide nearby readable text and an accessible name. Test dagger symbol copy-and-paste behavior in the actual website, document, app, and export format rather than assuming a visual match is sufficient.
Define the dagger convention in the document
Pair † with its corresponding note
Avoid using † for death without considering audience and style
Use the double dagger ‡ for the next footnote level when prescribed
Use the exact encoded form U+2020 for dagger symbol content.
Publish † as UTF-8 text or complete numeric character references.
Test † in the target font, application, and assistive-technology workflow.
Dagger Symbol Examples
Term†† Additional notePerson (1900–1975) † in a defined genealogy styleReference marker: †Accessible label: dagger footnoteUnicode sequence for Dagger Symbol: U+2020HTML decimal: †HTML hexadecimal: †CSS escapes: 2020Accessible text label: Dagger Symbol
Common Dagger Symbol Mistakes
- Leaving † without a matching note
- Calling † a knife emoji
- Using † as an unexplained death marker
- Confusing † with the double dagger ‡
- Replacing dagger symbol with a lookalike without checking U+2020.
- Assuming † has identical artwork or metrics 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
Dagger Symbol intent boundary
This page covers the typographic dagger †, not the dagger-knife emoji 🗡 and not a Christian cross used as a religious emblem.
More About the Dagger Symbol
The practical scope of Dagger Symbol covers Footnote markers, Reference annotations, Genealogy dates, and Lexicographic notes. For the dagger symbol entry, a copied † is only one part of the finished expression, formula, label, or passage. Nearby forms recorded for Dagger Symbol are ‡ — Double dagger (Related typographic reference mark); 🗡 — Dagger emoji (Pictographic weapon character); ✝ — Latin cross (Religious cross character). Dagger Symbol rule 1: Define the dagger convention in the document. Dagger Symbol rule 2: Pair † with its corresponding note. Dagger Symbol rule 3: Avoid using † for death without considering audience and style. Dagger Symbol rule 4: Use the double dagger ‡ for the next footnote level when prescribed. Dagger Symbol mistake check 2: avoid calling † a knife emoji. Dagger Symbol mistake check 3: avoid using † as an unexplained death marker. Dagger Symbol mistake check 4: avoid confusing † with the double dagger ‡. This page covers the typographic dagger †, not the dagger-knife emoji 🗡 and not a Christian cross used as a religious emblem. Define the dagger convention in the document. Leaving † without a matching note. † is U+2020 DAGGER. For Dagger Symbol, † is encoded as U+2020, and its Unicode name is DAGGER. Practical contexts for † include Footnote markers, Reference annotations, Genealogy dates, Lexicographic notes. For Dagger Symbol, meaning comes from the sentence, formula, label, or interface where it appears. Examples for Dagger Symbol include Term†; † Additional note; Person (1900–1975) † in a defined genealogy style; Reference marker: †. These forms show how the character behaves in finished text. Avoid these common Dagger Symbol problems: Leaving † without a matching note; Calling † a knife emoji; Using † as an unexplained death marker. When preparing final Dagger Symbol text, follow these checks: Define the dagger convention in the document; Pair † with its corresponding note; Avoid using † for death without considering audience and style. Dagger Symbol on Windows: In Microsoft Word, type 2020 and press Alt+X. In other Windows apps, use Character Map or copy † from this page. Dagger Symbol on Mac: Open Character Viewer with Control+Command+Space and search for “dagger,” or copy †. Dagger Symbol on iPhone: Tap the copy button for †, then paste it into the target app. Save it as a text replacement for repeated use. For Dagger Symbol copy and paste use, select †, copy it as text, paste it into the destination, and confirm that the result still matches the intended character.
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Dagger Symbol FAQ
What is the dagger symbol?
† is U+2020 DAGGER. In typography it can mark a second footnote level, a reference, or a death date, depending on the publication convention.
What is the Unicode for †?
The encoded form is U+2020: DAGGER.
How do I type †?
Windows: In Microsoft Word, type 2020 and press Alt+X. In other Windows apps, use Character Map or copy † from this page. Mac: Open Character Viewer with Control+Command+Space and search for “dagger,” or copy †.
Does † always mean someone died?
No. It is also a common footnote and reference mark; the document must define the convention.
Can I use † on a website?
Yes. Use literal UTF-8 text or the complete numeric references † / †, and add a readable label when meaning is not obvious.