Division Slash ∕

∕ (U+2215) 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: Division Slash is part of the Symbols family (block: Mathematical Operators). 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 DIVISION SLASH is the symbol U+2215. It is written as a short diagonal mark. This symbol means division in math and in many user interfaces. It appears in formulas to show how one number is divided by another. It is also used in text fields and calculators to separate numerator and denominator. In history, different division marks have appeared in various regions and eras. The division slash is among those forms that help readers see the operation quickly. It is not tied to a single country or math system, and it works well with small fonts and many products. In modern use, you will see it in digital math editors, spreadsheets, and math apps. It can replace a horizontal division line in some contexts while staying clear in compact layouts. When you see the division slash, interpret it as a division operation between two values. This usage makes formulas easier to read at a glance and keeps interfaces simple for users. The symbol is common and understood across many software tools and textbooks.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+2215 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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