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Bullet Point Symbol (•)
The bullet point (•) starts each item in a list — copy it for resumes, posts and documents, or type it with Alt+0149.
Bullet Point codes
| Code | Value |
|---|---|
| Unicode code point | U+2022 |
| Unicode name | Bullet |
| HTML named entity | • |
| HTML decimal | • |
| HTML hex | • |
| CSS content code | \2022 |
| JavaScript / JSON | \u2022 |
| Windows Alt code | Alt+0149 |
Bullet Point variants (9)
9 related glyphs — click any tile to copy it. Tiles with a page open that symbol's own page.
Meaning & usage
The bullet point is the small round dot that introduces items in a list, named after the French word for a small ball. It organises resumes, product features, slides and social posts wherever numbered order doesn't matter.
On a Windows keyboard it hides behind Alt+0149 on the number pad; on a Mac it is Option+8. Its relatives include the triangular bullet ‣ for sub-points and the middle dot · used between words.
Examples in use
- • Led a team of five
- • Free shipping • Easy returns • 2-year warranty
- Skills: Python • SQL • Excel
How to type the bullet point
Windows
Hold the Alt key and type 0149 on the numeric keypad (Num Lock on), then release Alt. The code is Alt+0149. It also works in Word with the same keys.
Mac
Press Option+8 (Mac, US keyboard layout).
iPhone & Android
Most phone keyboards have no built-in key for •. Open this page on your phone, tap Copy, then paste it into your message or bio. (On Android, Gboard's emoji search finds some symbols by name.)
Linux
Press Ctrl+Shift+U, type 2022 and press Enter (works in most GTK apps and terminals with IBus). Or copy it from this page.
Frequently asked questions
How do I type a bullet point on Windows?
Hold Alt and type 0149 on the numeric keypad (Num Lock on). On a Mac, press Option+8. In Word, bullet lists apply it automatically.
What is the difference between • and ·?
The bullet • is larger and starts list items. The middle dot · is smaller, sits at mid-height, and separates words or values on the same line.
How do I add a bullet point in the middle of a sentence?
Copy • from this page and paste it where you need it — that works in Instagram bios, LinkedIn and other places without list formatting.
Why does • sometimes show as a box or question mark?
The box (called tofu) means the device or font viewing it has no drawing for U+2022 (Bullet). The character itself is fine — try a different font or a newer device, or use one of the variants on this page.
Is the Bullet Point free to use?
Yes. • is a standard Unicode text character published in the Unicode Character Database. You may use it in personal and commercial documents, designs and products without permission or payment.
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Data: Unicode Character Database · Page updated 2026-11-13