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 + 0215 |
| Mac | Ctrl + Cmd + Space (Character Viewer) |
| Microsoft Word | Type 00D7, then press Alt + X |
| Chromebook and Linux | Ctrl + Shift + U, type 00D7, press Enter |
| HTML | × or × |
| CSS | \00D7 |
| JavaScript | \u00D7 |
| Unicode | U+00D7 (Multiplication Sign) |
How to type the Multiplication Sign on Windows
Hold Alt and type 0215 on the numeric keypad (Num Lock on), then release Alt.
No numeric keypad? On a laptop, use Win + . or open Character Map (search for charmap in Start).
In Microsoft Word, type 00D7 and then press Alt + X to turn the code into ×.
How to type the Multiplication Sign on a Mac
Press Ctrl + Cmd + Space to open the Character Viewer, search for the name and double-click it.
On a Chromebook or Linux
Press Ctrl + Shift + U, type 00d7, then press Enter or Space.
On iPhone and Android
Switch to the symbols keyboard (123 then #+= on iPhone, ?123 then =\< on Android). If it is not there, copy it from this page.
In Google Docs
Go to Insert > Special characters and search for "multiplication sign".
Don't confuse it with
x (the letter x).
About this character
The proper times sign, also used for dimensions such as 1920 × 1080.
Related characters
Frequently asked questions
What is the Alt code for ×?
On Windows, hold Alt and type 0215 on the numeric keypad.
How do I type × on a Mac?
Open the Character Viewer with Ctrl + Cmd + Space and search for it.
What is the HTML code for ×?
Use × or × in HTML.