Circled Crossing Lanes ⛒

⛒ (U+26D2) 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: Circled Crossing Lanes 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: The CIRCLED CROSSING LANES symbol is part of the Miscellaneous Symbols block. It carries a circular ring with an X inside. Its code point is U+26D2. In plain use, it is a simple pictograph with a clear meaning. In user interfaces, this symbol often signals close or delete actions. It can also show an incorrect or unavailable state, depending on the context. Designers use it to draw quick attention without text. The same symbol may appear in different layouts, including menus and dialogs. When placed near a control, it helps users understand the action that will occur. As a Unicode character, it has a long history of visual signaling across platforms. However, its exact interpretation can vary by app and device. In practice, it is treated as a status marker or action cue, not as a letter or number. For accessibility, some apps pair it with text labels or tooltips to avoid ambiguity. Overall, the symbol serves as a concise indicator for actions or states that require removal, dismissal, or correction, especially in compact interfaces.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+26D2 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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