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Nanometer Symbol nm

nm is the SI unit symbol for nanometre: the prefix n (nano, 10⁻⁹) followed by m for metre.

Character
nm
Unicode
U+006E U+006D

Nanometer Symbol Copy and Paste

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WavelengthsSemiconductor dimensionsMicroscopyMaterials specifications

What Is the Nanometer Symbol?

nm is the SI unit symbol for nanometre: the prefix n (nano, 10⁻⁹) followed by m for metre.

Wavelengths

Semiconductor dimensions

Microscopy

Materials specifications

Nanometer Symbol Variants and Related Forms

Micrometre

10⁻⁶ metre

Picometre

10⁻¹² metre

Metre

SI base unit of length

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How to Type the Nanometer Symbol

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

Nanometer Symbol on Windows

Copy nm from this page or enter the complete sequence U+006E U+006D in a Unicode-aware editor.

Nanometer Symbol on Mac

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

Nanometer Symbol on iPhone and iPad

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

Nanometer Symbol on Android

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

Nanometer Symbol on Chromebook

Copy nm as the complete sequence so its component characters remain in order.

Nanometer Symbol on Microsoft Word

Insert or type each character in the sequence U+006E U+006D, or paste nm as a complete unit.

Nanometer Symbol on Google Docs

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

Nanometer Symbol Unicode and HTML Codes

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

Unicode U+006E U+006D
Unicode name LATIN SMALL LETTER N + LATIN SMALL LETTER M
HTML decimal n m
HTML hex n m
CSS escape 6E 6D

How to Use and Format the Nanometer Symbol

Format nm according to the specific role defined for Nanometer Symbol. nm is the SI unit symbol for nanometre: the prefix n (nano, 10⁻⁹) followed by m for metre. The encoded form is U+006E U+006D; preserve the full sequence, capitalization, combining marks, superscripts, and unit letters exactly as shown. For nanometer symbol, placement and spacing should follow the mathematical, scientific, currency, editorial, or interface convention described on this page.

This page covers the two-letter unit symbol nm. It is not nautical mile notation and should not be capitalized as NM. When nm communicates an action, quantity, category, warning, or status, include nearby readable wording and an accessible name. Test nanometer symbol in the actual website, document, font, export format, and assistive-technology workflow rather than accepting a merely similar glyph.

  • Place a space between the number and nm

  • Use lowercase n and lowercase m

  • Do not pluralize the unit symbol

  • Use scientific notation when it improves scale comparison

  • Preserve the exact encoded form U+006E U+006D when publishing nanometer symbol.

  • Use UTF-8 text or complete numeric references for nm rather than a visual lookalike.

  • Test nanometer symbol rendering, copying, search, and accessibility in the final application.

Nanometer Symbol Examples

  • 450 nm
  • Feature size: 5 nm
  • Wavelength: 532 nm
  • Thickness: 100 nm
  • Accessible reading: 450 nanometres
  • Unicode sequence for Nanometer Symbol: U+006E U+006D
  • HTML decimal: n m
  • HTML hexadecimal: n m
  • CSS escapes: 6E 6D
  • Accessible text label: Nanometer Symbol

Common Nanometer Symbol Mistakes

  • Writing nms
  • Capitalizing as NM
  • Omitting the space after the numerical value
  • Confusing nm with nautical mile abbreviations
  • Replacing nanometer symbol with a lookalike without checking U+006E U+006D.
  • Assuming nm has identical metrics or artwork in every font and platform.
  • Converting nm to an image when selectable text is more appropriate.
  • Using nm as the only accessible name of an interactive control.

Nanometer Symbol intent boundary

This page covers the two-letter unit symbol nm. It is not nautical mile notation and should not be capitalized as NM.

More About the Nanometer Symbol

nm is the encoded form covered by Nanometer Symbol, with Unicode identity U+006E U+006D LATIN SMALL LETTER N + LATIN SMALL LETTER M. nm is the SI unit symbol for nanometre: the prefix n (nano, 10⁻⁹) followed by m for metre. In measurement text, preserve unit case, prefixes, spacing, and attached degree or superscript marks.

Useful copy checks include 450 nm, Feature size: 5 nm, Wavelength: 532 nm, and Thickness: 100 nm. These measurements make the required case, prefix, spacing, and attached marks visible.

The main working contexts are Wavelengths, Semiconductor dimensions, Microscopy, and Materials specifications. Keep nm beside the value using the approved unit style, without changing case or component characters.

A central distinction is that this page covers the two-letter unit symbol nm. QA should catch writing nms, capitalizing as NM, and omitting the space after the numerical value.

For consistent output, apply these rules. Place a space between the number and nm. Use lowercase n and lowercase m. Do not pluralize the unit symbol. Use scientific notation when it improves scale comparison.

For HTML, use decimal n m and hexadecimal n m; the CSS escape is 6E 6D. Check the final value and unit together; a copied mark can look correct while spacing or letter case has changed.

A practical typing check is: Windows: Copy nm from this page or enter the complete sequence U+006E U+006D in a Unicode-aware editor. macOS: Open Character Viewer with Control+Command+Space and search for the first character name, or copy nm from this page. After insertion, compare the character with U+006E U+006D.

The identity and usage boundary are supported by Unicode, W3C/WCAG, WHATWG HTML, and NIST. Those references support the encoded identity U+006E U+006D and the limited use described for nanometer symbol.

Nanometer Symbol FAQ

What is the Unicode sequence for Nanometer Symbol?

The encoded sequence is U+006E U+006D; the Unicode names are LATIN SMALL LETTER N + LATIN SMALL LETTER M.

How do I copy Nanometer Symbol?

Use the Copy button for nm, then paste the complete text sequence into the destination application.

Can I use nm in HTML?

Yes. Use UTF-8 text nm, decimal references n m, or hexadecimal references n m.

Why can nm look different?

Fonts and emoji platforms draw nanometer symbol differently while preserving the same encoded sequence.

Does nm need an accessible label?

Yes when nm communicates essential meaning or operates as a control; use a concise text label that states the intended meaning.