Subscript Plus Sign ₊

₊ (U+208A) is a standard Unicode character that you can copy and paste anywhere text is accepted. This page provides a concise reference with safe tips, internal links, and practical guidance so you can use it reliably across apps and platforms.

What it is and where it’s used: Subscript Plus Sign is part of the Symbols family (block: Superscripts and Subscripts). If you need styled or decorative alternatives, try our Fancy Text tool to generate compatible text that works in most modern interfaces.

History & usage: The SUBSCRIPT PLUS SIGN (code point U+208A) is part of the Superscripts and Subscripts block. It belongs to the Common script group. This symbol is used in math and text to show addition in a subscript area. In many formulas, subscripts carry numbers, variables, or operators that help describe the relationship between elements. The subscript plus sign helps indicate a plus operation when it appears below the baseline. In user interfaces, it can mark a plus as part of a labeled subscript or as a special marker in formulas. The symbol is small and separate from the main line of text, which keeps formulas easy to read. It is one of several superscript and subscript marks that writers use to show structure without expanding the line height. The usage is practical for compact notation. Many fonts support this character, which helps ensure consistent display in documents and apps. Overall, the symbol is a simple, clear way to signal addition in subscripts and in formula-like displays.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+208A in many development tools or editors. Some operating systems provide a character viewer or input palette that lets you search by name or code and insert the glyph into documents.

Display and fallback: if you see an empty box (tofu) or a placeholder rectangle, the active font might not include this codepoint. Switching to a font with broader Unicode coverage or using a fallback font usually fixes the issue. On the web, ensure the page’s font stack includes a general‑purpose fallback.

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