Quotation Mark "

" (U+22) 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: Quotation Mark is part of the Symbols family (block: Basic Latin). 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 QUOTATION MARK, with codepoint_hex 22 and codepoint_u U+22, is a basic Latin punctuation mark in the Common script. It is used to mark direct speech, titles, or cited material. In modern text, it signals that the words inside are spoken or quoted. The symbol helps readers identify speakers and distinct voices. Punctuation marks structure text and convey tone; usage conventions differ by style and locale. Writers may use straight quotes or typographic quotes, and rules vary by language and region. In English, opening and closing quotation marks often differ, while other languages use single marks or guillemets. The simple mark is versatile and appears in many forms. Its function remains to separate quotes from surrounding text and to signal emphasis when used sparingly. Always consider the audience and style guide to choose the right form. The character is a single, compact glyph that plays a quiet but important role in clear writing.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+22 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.

Related references: browse the Categories for similar characters. When choosing a symbol, prefer the official codepoint for semantic clarity and better compatibility with search, copy, and accessibility tooling.

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