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Unicode input in Microsoft office Windows 10

What is the correct method to input Unicode characters in Microsoft word and PowerPoint


eg. to add a ® symbol, suggested input was to type 0174 followed by Alt+X but on my laptop this input elicits the error/ failed input sounds.


is there a way to input Unicode without the numpad on a laptop without copying and pasting from the Character map app.

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To insert ® without a numeric keypad, use ALT+CTRL+r or type 00AE and immediately press ALT+x

With a numeric keypad, it can be inserted by type holding down the ALT key and typing 0174 on that keypad

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Any symbol can be inserted by typing its Unicode (hex) value and then ALT+x

The Unicode (hex) value for any symbol can be found by selecting the symbol in the Symbol dialog, or from a website such as

Hope this helps,
Doug Robbins - MVP Office Apps & Services (Word)
dougrobbinsmvp@gmail.com
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Last updated December 26, 2023 Views 1,102 Applies to: