How to Type the Degree° Symbol on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Typing the degree symbol on your Apple devices is simpler than you might think, and it's a feature that many users are unaware of. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to insert the degree symbol on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
Typing the Degree Symbol on iPhone and iPad
To type the degree symbol on your iPhone or iPad, follow these steps:
- Open the App: Open the app where you want to insert the degree symbol, such as Messages, Notes, or any other text input field.
- Access the Numeric Keyboard: Tap the 123 button to switch to the numeric keyboard.
- Press and Hold the Zero Key: Press and hold the 0 (zero) key. A pop-up menu will appear.
- Select the Degree Symbol: Slide your finger to the ° (degree) symbol and release it. This will insert the degree symbol into your text.
Typing the Degree Symbol on Mac
On Mac, you have a couple of methods to type the degree symbol:
Using Keyboard Shortcuts
- Keyboard Shortcut: Press Shift + Option + 8. This will immediately insert the degree symbol into your text.
- Alternative Shortcut: Alternatively, you can press Option + 0 (zero), but be aware that this might display differently in some fonts.
Using the Emoji and Symbols Keyboard
- Open the Emoji and Symbols Keyboard: Go to Edit > Emojis & Symbols in the menu bar, or click on the emoji icon in the menu bar if available.
- Search for the Degree Symbol: Type "degree" in the search bar.
- Insert the Symbol: Double-click on the degree symbol to insert it into your document.
Additional Tips
- Compatibility: The method of pressing and holding the zero key works on most third-party keyboards for iPhone and iPad, such as SwiftKey.
- Text Replacement: If you frequently use the degree symbol, you can set up a text replacement on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. However, this method may add an extra space between the number and the degree symbol, which you'll need to manually correct.
- Favorites in Character Viewer: On Mac, you can add the degree symbol to your Favorites in the Character Viewer for quick access.
By following these steps, you'll be able to easily insert the degree symbol on any of your Apple devices, whether you're typing a temperature, an angle, or any other measurement that requires this symbol.