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Symbol for backspace symbol ␈

The control picture for backspace (BS).

␈
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How to type the symbol for backspace symbol

How do I type the symbol for backspace symbol?

The easiest way is to copy it from this page and paste it. On iPhone and Android, copy it here and paste, or add it as a keyboard text replacement.

How do I insert the symbol for backspace symbol in Word?

Type 2408 and then press Alt+X, and Word turns it into ␈. You can also use Insert, Symbol.

What is the HTML code for the symbol for backspace symbol?

Use ␈ in HTML, or \2408 in CSS content.