Ballot Box with Check ☑

☑ (U+2611) 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: Ballot Box with Check is part of the Symbols family (block: Miscellaneous Symbols). If you need styled or decorative alternatives, try our Fancy Text tool to generate compatible text that works in most modern interfaces.

History & usage: BALLOT BOX WITH CHECK (U+2611) is a symbol in the Miscellaneous Symbols block. It uses the Common script, which means it can appear in many languages and fonts. The character shows a ballot box with a check mark. In many systems the character is used to indicate a positive choice or confirmation. A check mark typically means confirmed, done, or correct in lists and UIs. The name and code point identify this symbol in digital text. When people read a list on a screen or on paper, this symbol can mark items as selected or completed. Designers place it beside options to show a chosen entry or to verify a result. It is one of several symbols that help users understand status quickly at a glance. The consistent meaning of the check mark helps cross-language and cross-platform use. As a common symbol, it appears in forms, to-do lists, and simple interfaces where a user confirms an action. This history of use shows how a simple mark can convey clear intent across contexts.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+2611 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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