Squared Asterisk

Squared Asterisk Symbol (⧆)

The **Squared Asterisk symbol (⧆)** is a mathematical operator consisting of an asterisk enclosed within a square. This symbol is primarily used in advanced mathematical contexts, particularly in fields like abstract algebra, group theory, or computer science, to denote a specific operation or property. Its precise meaning is typically defined within the scope of the mathematical or logical system being described, making it a highly specialized character.

How to Use the Squared Asterisk Symbol

You can easily copy and paste the Squared Asterisk symbol: ⧆

On Windows:

Hold down the Alt key and type 10694 on the numeric keypad (ensure Num Lock is on). Alternatively, use the Character Map (Charmap.exe) and search for "Squared Asterisk" or navigate to the "Miscellaneous Mathematical Symbols-B" block.

On Mac:

Use the Character Viewer (Edit > Emoji & Symbols). Search for "squared asterisk" or "math symbol."

On Mobile (iOS/Android):

This character is generally not found on standard mobile keyboards. You would typically need to use a specialized mathematical keyboard app or a character lookup tool to insert it.

Technical Information for Developers

For web developers and designers, understanding the various codes for the Squared Asterisk symbol is essential for proper implementation, especially when rendering complex mathematical expressions.

HTML Entities:

<!-- HTML Decimal Code --> ⧆

<!-- HTML Hexadecimal Code --> ⧆

CSS Content Property:

.squared-asterisk::before { content: "\29C6"; }

Unicode Details:

• Unicode: U+29C6
• Name: SQUARED ASTERISK
• Block: Miscellaneous Mathematical Symbols-B, U+2980 - U+29FF
• Plane: Basic Multilingual Plane, U+0000 - U+FFFF
• Script: Code for undetermined script (Zyyy)
• Category: Math Symbol (Sm)
• Bidirectional Class: Other Neutral (ON)
• Combining Class: Not Reordered (0)
• Character is Mirrored: No
• Unicode Version: 3.2 (March 2002)

Encoding:

• UTF-8 Encoding: 0xE2 0xA7 0x86
• UTF-16 Encoding: 0x29C6
• UTF-32 Encoding: 0x000029C6