Tools · Circle Symbols
Circle symbols - copy and paste.
Click any circle below to copy it. Filled, outlined, half-filled, dotted, and ringed circle characters.
Circle symbol grid
How to type a circle symbol without copying it
| Method | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Windows (numeric keypad) | Alt + 9679 for ◐, Alt + 9675 for ○ |
| Mac (Character Viewer) | Control + Command + Space, then search "circle" |
| HTML entity | ● for ◐, ○ for ○ |
Common questions
How do I copy a circle symbol?
Click any circle on this page and it copies to your clipboard automatically. Then paste it into your document, spreadsheet, or message.
What are the half-filled circles used for?
Characters like ◐ ◑ ◒ ◓ are often used as loading or progress indicators in plain-text interfaces, or as decorative bullet points and status markers in documents and chat.
Can I use circle symbols as checkboxes or bullet points?
Yes. A filled circle (◐) or ring (○) works well as a plain-text bullet or status marker anywhere a proper bulleted list isn't available, such as in a plain email or chat message.