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Em Dash Variants

Learn about different versions of Em Dash. Variations show how this symbol looks slightly different in various uses or places. Explore these differences to see how Em Dash can change while still staying the same. This section helps you understand the unique ways people use and represent Em Dash.
U+FE31
U+FE58

Em Dash Properties

Explore the distinctive properties that define Em Dash. This section provides a detailed exploration of the character's unique attributes, including script, category, and other relevant details. Understand the foundational characteristics that make Em Dash distinct, offering valuable insights for developers, linguists, and enthusiasts.
Dash
✅Applicable Go▶
Ex:
Pattern Syntax
✅Applicable Go▶
Ex:
"
Age
1.1 Go▶
Ex:
0 A Ώ
Bidi Class
Other Neutrals Go▶
Ex:
¿
Bidi Paired Bracket Type
Not a bracket Go▶
Ex:
1 ¼ Ϙ
Block
General Punctuation Go▶
Ex:
 
Decomposition Type
None Go▶
Ex:
" : Ƨ
East Asian Width
Ambiguous Go▶
Ex:
¡ ¤ §
General Category
Dash Punctuation Go▶
Ex:
֊ ־
Grapheme Cluster Break
Other Go▶
Ex:
^ ð ҿ
Indic Syllabic Category
Consonant Placeholder Go▶
Ex:
Jamo Short Name
No JSN Go▶
Ex:
! $ +
Joining Type
Unjoined Go▶
Ex:
* ß ƌ
Line Break
Break Opportunity Before and After Go▶
Ex:
Numeric Type
None Go▶
Ex:
% A «
Numeric Value
Not a Number Go▶
Ex:
[ p Ѽ
Script
Common Go▶
Ex:
Sentence Break
Sentence Continue Go▶
Ex:
, ՝
Vertical Orientation
Rotated Go▶
Ex:
À ƾ ʔ
Word Break
Unknown Go▶
Ex:
& = @

Free Unicode Tools

CharIDCode pointName
H72U+0048Latin Capital Letter H
e101U+0065Latin Small Letter E
l108U+006CLatin Small Letter L
l108U+006CLatin Small Letter L
o111U+006FLatin Small Letter O

CharUTF-8UTF-16UTF-32
H48 48 00 48 00 00 00
e65 65 00 65 00 00 00
l6C 6C 00 6C 00 00 00
l6C 6C 00 6C 00 00 00
o6F 6F 00 6F 00 00 00

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Em Dash Encoding

Ever wondered how your device knows to display Em Dash correctly? It's all about encoding – a process that translates Em Dash into a language your computer understands. This section takes you through the behind-the-scenes details. Learn about encoding standards like UTF-8 or UTF-16, which ensure that Em Dash looks the same whether you're texting, browsing, or using apps. It's like a secret code that makes sure your device gets Em Dash just right!
Encoding UTF-8 Dec :226 128 148 Hex :E2-80-94 Binary :11100010 10000000 10010100
Encoding UTF-16 Dec :32 20 Hex :20-14 Binary :00100000 00010100
Encoding UTF-32 Dec :0 0 32 20 Hex :00 00 20 14 Binary :00000000 00000000 00100000 00010100

Other Em Dash Information

HTML Entity
—
—
—
AltCode
Alt + 0151
Plane Basic Multilingual Plane range(U+0000 to U+FFFF)
Direction Depends on the text

FAQ

What is the Unicode code point for — ?
The unicode point for — is U+2014.
Are there variations of this —, and do they have different meanings or uses?
The — can come in various styles and directions, each with specific meanings or uses.
What does the Unicode Symbol — represent?
Em Dash is denoted by the Unicode symbol —, with the code point U+2014. This symbol made its entrance in Unicode Version 1.1 and resides within the General Punctuation block.
When was the Unicode symbol — introduced?
The — was introduced in the Unicode version 1.1.
How do I ensure the proper display of the — on different devices?
Utilizing Unicode encoding guarantees consistent display across devices and platforms. To ensure the Em Dash symbol displays correctly on different devices, use Unicode encoding and compatible fonts.
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