Full Stop .

. (U+2E) 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: Full Stop is part of the Symbols family (block: Basic Latin). 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 character U+002E is the full stop, also called a period. It is part of the Basic Latin block. It marks the end of a sentence and helps structure text. It signals a pause and guides reading. This symbol is essential for clear writing. The usage_atom states that punctuation marks structure text and convey tone; usage conventions differ by style and locale. Writers follow different rules for how the period is used, depending on the style guide or the language variant. In English, it ends sentences and may influence pacing. In other locales, there can be variations in spacing after a period or in how abbreviations are treated. The period works with other punctuation to shape tone, such as finality, formality, or emphasis. It is a small mark, but it carries meaning across many contexts. Understanding its role helps readers interpret sentences correctly and writers choose intent. The period remains a basic tool for organizing thoughts and guiding readers through text in a consistent way.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+2E 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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