Copy it, then paste with Ctrl + V (Cmd + V on Mac).
Quick answer
| Method | How |
|---|---|
| Copy and paste | Use the copy button above |
| Windows | Alt + 0162 |
| Mac | Option + 4 |
| Microsoft Word | Type 00A2, then press Alt + X |
| Chromebook and Linux | Ctrl + Shift + U, type 00A2, press Enter |
| HTML | ¢ or ¢ |
| CSS | \00A2 |
| JavaScript | \u00A2 |
| Unicode | U+00A2 (Cent Sign) |
How to type the Cent Sign on Windows
Hold Alt and type 0162 on the numeric keypad (Num Lock on), then release Alt.
You can also type 155 on the numeric keypad (older code page).
No numeric keypad? On a laptop, use Win + . or open Character Map (search for charmap in Start).
In Microsoft Word, type 00A2 and then press Alt + X to turn the code into ¢.
How to type the Cent Sign on a Mac
Press Option + 4.
On a Chromebook or Linux
Press Ctrl + Shift + U, type 00a2, then press Enter or Space.
On iPhone and Android
On iPhone, hold the $ key on the number keyboard to see other currency signs. On Android, open ?123 then =\<.
In Google Docs
Go to Insert > Special characters and search for "cent sign".
About this character
One hundredth of a dollar.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Alt code for ¢?
On Windows, hold Alt and type 0162 on the numeric keypad.
How do I type ¢ on a Mac?
Press Option + 4.
What is the HTML code for ¢?
Use ¢ or ¢ in HTML.