How to Type the § (Section) Symbol

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The “§” symbol, also known as the section sign, is commonly used in legal documents, coding, and academic writing. However, typing this symbol can vary depending on the operating system you’re using. In this post, we’ll guide you through the steps to type the “§” symbol on Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, and Android devices.

Typing the § Symbol on a Mac

On a Mac, typing the “§” symbol is straightforward:

  1. Press and hold the Option key.
  2. While holding the Option key, press the 6 key.

That’s it! This combination will produce the “§” symbol.

Typing the § Symbol on Windows

There are a couple of methods to type the “§” symbol on a Windows computer:

Using Alt Code

  1. Hold down the Alt key.
  2. While holding the Alt key, type 0167 on the numeric keypad.
  3. Release the Alt key.

Make sure your Num Lock is on if you’re using a laptop’s numeric keypad.

Using Character Map

  1. Open the Character Map application (found in Start Menu > Windows Accessories).
  2. Find the “§” symbol, select it, and copy it to the clipboard.
  3. Paste it where needed.

Typing the § Symbol on Linux

On Linux, you can type the “§” symbol using either the Compose Key or Unicode Input:

Using Compose Key

  1. Press the Compose key, followed by s and o (Compose Key + s + o).

Using Unicode Input

  1. Press Ctrl + Shift + U, release, then type 00A7 and press Enter.

Typing the § Symbol on iOS (iPhone/iPad)

Typing the “§” symbol on an iPhone or iPad is simple:

  1. Switch to the numeric and symbols keyboard (123 key).
  2. Tap and hold the & key. A pop-up menu will appear.
  3. Slide your finger to the “§” symbol and release.

Typing the § Symbol on Android

To type the “§” symbol on an Android device:

  1. Switch to the symbols keyboard (usually done by tapping the ?123 or #+= key).
  2. Find and tap the “§” symbol, which might be in the second or third set of symbols, often accessible by tapping a = or > key.

With these simple steps, you can easily type the “§” symbol on any device you use. Whether you’re drafting legal documents, coding, or writing academic papers, knowing how to type special symbols can make your work much more efficient.