Degree Symbol (°) - Copy & Paste

Instant copy degree symbol (°), Celsius (°C), Fahrenheit (°F). Learn how to type degree symbols on Mac, Windows, keyboard, iPhone, and HTML code.

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What is the Degree Symbol?

The degree symbol (°) is a typographical symbol that is used to represent degrees of arc in geometry, degrees of temperature (°C, °F), and other measurements. This small but essential symbol appears in scientific, mathematical, and everyday contexts worldwide.

Common Uses:

  • Temperature: 25°C (Celsius), 77°F (Fahrenheit) - Weather and cooking
  • Angles: 90° (right angle), 180° (straight angle) - Geometry and trigonometry
  • Geographic coordinates: 40.7128° N, 74.0060° W - GPS and mapping
  • Mathematics: Trigonometric functions and geometric calculations

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I type the degree symbol on Windows keyboard?

On Windows, you can type the degree symbol by holding Alt and typing 0176 on the numeric keypad, or using the Character Map application.

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How do I type the degree symbol on Mac?

On Mac, press Option + Shift + 8 to type the degree symbol. For Celsius or Fahrenheit, type the degree symbol and add C or F.

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What's the HTML code for the degree symbol?

The HTML entity for the degree symbol is ° or °. You can also use the Unicode character ° directly in modern HTML.

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How do I convert Celsius to Fahrenheit?

Use the formula: °F = (°C × 9/5) + 32. For quick conversion, 25°C equals 77°F, 0°C equals 32°F (freezing), and 100°C equals 212°F (boiling).

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