Cross Mark (✗)
HTML entity for the cross mark (✗). Learn how to use ✗ or ✗ in HTML for error indicators, rejection, and close buttons.
Misc
✗
Cross Mark
All Formats
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Character | ✗ |
| HTML Entity | ✗ |
| HTML Code (Decimal) | ✗ |
| Unicode | U+2717 |
| CSS Content | \2717 |
| Category | Misc |
About Cross Mark
The cross mark (✗), also called the ballot X, is a symbol indicating rejection, failure, error, or deletion. It is the visual counterpart to the check mark (✓) and is widely used in web interfaces for error states, feature comparison tables, and close buttons.
In HTML, insert the cross mark using ✗ or ✗. There is no widely used named entity for this character. For a heavier version, consider the heavy ballot X (✘, ✘). The multiplication sign (×, ×) is also commonly used as a close button character.
The cross mark is part of the Dingbats Unicode block. It renders as a handwritten-style X and is distinct from the letter X, the multiplication sign (×), and the heavy multiplication sign (✖). Each of these characters has a slightly different appearance and intended use.
In CSS, use "\2717" with the content property for pseudo-element insertion. Common use cases include custom styling for unchecked checkboxes, error indicators in form validation, and "not included" markers in pricing comparison tables. Screen readers announce it as "ballot x" or "cross mark."
Usage Examples
<!-- Using named entity -->
<p>This is the Cross Mark: ✗</p>
<!-- Using numeric code -->
<p>This is the Cross Mark: ✗</p>
<!-- Using the character directly (UTF-8) -->
<p>This is the Cross Mark: ✗</p>
<!-- In CSS -->
.icon::before {
content: "\2717";
}FAQ
What is the HTML entity for Cross Mark?
The Cross 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 "\2717". For example: content: "\2717";
What is the Unicode code point for Cross Mark?
The Unicode code point for Cross Mark is U+2717. This is the universal identifier for this character across all platforms and programming languages.
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