Check Mark (✓)
HTML entity for the check mark (✓). Learn how to use ✓ or ✓ in HTML for success indicators, completed tasks, and forms.
Misc
✓
Check Mark
All Formats
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Character | ✓ |
| HTML Entity | ✓ |
| HTML Code (Decimal) | ✓ |
| Unicode | U+2713 |
| CSS Content | \2713 |
| Category | Misc |
About Check Mark
The check mark (✓) is a universal symbol indicating confirmation, success, completion, or approval. It is widely used in web interfaces for completed tasks, form validation, feature comparison tables, and to-do lists.
In HTML, insert the check mark using ✓ or ✓. There is no widely used named entity for this character, so numeric or hexadecimal entities are the standard approach. For a heavier version, consider the heavy check mark (✔, ✔).
The check mark is part of the Dingbats Unicode block. It renders as a simple checkmark shape and is available in most fonts. Alternative check mark characters include the heavy check mark (✔), the ballot box with check (☑), and the white heavy check mark (often rendered as an emoji on mobile devices).
In CSS, use "\2713" with the content property for pseudo-element insertion. This is a very common pattern for custom checkbox styles: input:checked + label::before { content: "\2713"; }. The check mark is accessible to screen readers, which typically announce it as "check mark" or interpret it based on context.
Usage Examples
<!-- Using named entity -->
<p>This is the Check Mark: ✓</p>
<!-- Using numeric code -->
<p>This is the Check Mark: ✓</p>
<!-- Using the character directly (UTF-8) -->
<p>This is the Check Mark: ✓</p>
<!-- In CSS -->
.icon::before {
content: "\2713";
}FAQ
What is the HTML entity for Check Mark?
The Check Mark (✓) can be inserted using the named entity ✓, the numeric code ✓, or by pasting the character directly in a UTF-8 document.
How do I use ✓ in CSS?
In CSS, use the content property with the value "\2713". For example: content: "\2713";
What is the Unicode code point for Check Mark?
The Unicode code point for Check Mark is U+2713. This is the universal identifier for this character across all platforms and programming languages.
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