Heavy Check Mark ✔

✔ (U+2714) 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: Heavy Check Mark is part of the Symbols family (block: Dingbats). 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 HEAVY CHECK MARK has the codepoint U+2714 in the Dingbats block. It is a common mark in many typing contexts. It appears in lists, forms, and user interfaces. The symbol is used to show something is accepted or finished. It can indicate that an item is confirmed, done, or correct. People often see it as a positive confirmation. In step lists, it helps users track progress. It can also stand for agreement or completion in messages. Because it is a bold, clear mark, it works well on screens and print. The design makes it stand out without adding extra words. Some people use it to replace text like yes or done in compact layouts. It can be part of checklists, task boards, and status updates. As a Unicode character, it has a consistent code representation across software. This helps ensure the same meaning in different apps and platforms. Overall, the HEAVY CHECK MARK is a simple symbol for confirmation and completion in many common tasks.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+2714 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.

See our category page for related symbols.