Not Check Mark ⍻

⍻ (U+237B) 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: Not Check Mark is part of the Symbols family (block: Miscellaneous Technical). 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 symbol is NOT CHECK MARK with code point U+237B. It sits in the Miscellaneous Technical block and uses a common script. This character does not claim a legal meaning; it exists as a graphical mark. In practice, NOT CHECK MARK appears in various contexts as a sign. A check mark typically means confirmed, done, or correct in lists and UIs. That idea guides its use in software and documents. Designers place it beside items that should be ignored or treated differently, depending on the system. In many interfaces, the symbol helps users move through steps or verify statuses. The meaning stays simple: it signals not to be mistaken about an item. People may see it on forms, checklists, or guidance where a positive result is needed. The mark is part of a broad family of symbols used to convey quick, clear feedback without extra words. When readers encounter it, they understand a positive state, even when text is minimal.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+237B 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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