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Copy the \ backslash with one click. This page shows the exact Unicode character, HTML code and practical typing methods.

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Press Copy to use \ instantly. backslash is U+005C; code formats, typing methods and similar characters are listed below.

Also searched as: reverse solidus, back slash, backslash copy paste, \ symbol.

UnicodeU+005C
HTML decimal\
HTML hex\
JavaScript\u005C

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Character\
UnicodeU+005C
Decimal92
Hex0x005C
HTML decimal\
HTML hex\
JavaScript\u005C
CSS\005C
Python\u005C
URL%5C

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Unicode information

Namebackslash
Unicode nameREVERSE SOLIDUS
Code pointU+005C
HTML decimal\
HTML hex\
CSS\005c
JavaScript\u005C
CategoryPunctuation
Unicode18.0

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Meaning of \ backslash

The \ character is listed as backslash in SymbolDex. Its technical Unicode name is REVERSE SOLIDUS. It is a Unicode punctuation mark used to structure text, separate elements or express a specific typographic function.

Common questions

How do I copy a backslash?

Press Copy to copy \ without searching for it on your keyboard.

Is backslash the same as forward slash?

No. Backslash is \ (U+005C); forward slash is / (U+002F).

How do I copy a backslash?

Use the copy button above to copy \ without searching for it on your keyboard.

Is backslash the same as slash?

No. Backslash is \ (U+005C), while the forward slash is / (U+002F).

Common uses

  • Punctuation and text composition.
  • Editing, quotations and documentation.
  • Copy a specific typographic variant that is not available on the keyboard.

How to type \ on Windows, Mac and mobile

Windows

The universal method is to use Copy on this page and paste \. On Windows 10/11 you can press Win + . and browse the Symbols section, or open Character Map (charmap) to locate characters supported by your fonts.

Mac

Press Control + Command + Space to open Character Viewer, search for backslash, then double-click it to insert the character.

Microsoft Word

Type 005C without U+, then immediately press Alt + X. Word converts the code into \. You can also use Insert → Symbol.

Google Docs

Open Insert → Special characters and search by name, or paste \ directly. For emoji, you can also use your operating system emoji picker.

iPhone / iPad

iOS does not provide a direct Unicode-code entry method for every symbol. Copy \ from SymbolDex or check long-press variants on related keys. For frequent use, create a shortcut under Settings → General → Keyboard → Text Replacement.

Android

Availability varies by Android keyboard. In Gboard, browse the symbols panel and long-press related keys for variants. If it is not available, copy \ from SymbolDex and paste it where needed.

Linux

In many Linux apps using GTK/IBus, press Ctrl + Shift + U, type 005c, then confirm with Enter or Space. If your app does not support this method, copy and paste \.

Web and programming codes

Copy the representation you need for HTML, CSS, JavaScript or Python. For emoji sequences, SymbolDex includes every code point in the correct order.

HTML decimal\
HTML hex\
CSS content\005c
JavaScript\u005C
Python\u005C
Unicode text\

Usage examples

\ — backslash
Unicode: U+005C
HTML: \

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