Division Sign (÷)
HTML entity for the division sign (÷). Learn how to use ÷ or ÷ in HTML for mathematical notation and educational content.
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Division Sign
All Formats
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Character | ÷ |
| HTML Entity | ÷ |
| HTML Code (Decimal) | ÷ |
| Unicode | U+00F7 |
| CSS Content | \00F7 |
| Category | Math |
About Division Sign
The division sign (÷) is the typographically correct symbol for division in mathematics. It is commonly used in educational content, arithmetic displays, and mathematical notation on the web.
In HTML, insert this symbol using ÷, ÷, or ÷. The named entity ÷ is supported across all modern browsers and has been part of the HTML specification since version 3.2. In programming contexts, the forward slash (/) is more common for division, but the ÷ symbol is preferred in visual mathematical expressions.
The division sign is part of the Latin-1 Supplement Unicode block. It renders as a horizontal line with a dot above and below. In some mathematical traditions (particularly in the UK and countries following British conventions), this symbol is the standard division operator, while in others, a colon (:) or fraction bar is preferred.
In CSS, use "\00F7" with the content property for pseudo-element insertion. The division sign is commonly needed in calculator applications, educational websites, and math-focused content. Screen readers announce it as "divided by" or "division sign," ensuring accessibility.
Usage Examples
<!-- Using named entity -->
<p>This is the Division Sign: ÷</p>
<!-- Using numeric code -->
<p>This is the Division Sign: ÷</p>
<!-- Using the character directly (UTF-8) -->
<p>This is the Division Sign: ÷</p>
<!-- In CSS -->
.icon::before {
content: "\00F7";
}FAQ
What is the HTML entity for Division Sign?
The Division Sign (÷) 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 "\00F7". For example: content: "\00F7";
What is the Unicode code point for Division Sign?
The Unicode code point for Division Sign is U+00F7. This is the universal identifier for this character across all platforms and programming languages.
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