Get the “Less Than or Equal To” (≤) Symbol Instantly
Using the makeshift “<=" text notation looks unprofessional in academic and technical documents. This tool provides the standard Unicode (U+2264), HTML Entity, and CSS Escape codes to render the true mathematical operator (≤) correctly on any platform.
How to Insert the Symbol (≤)
- HTML/Web: Copy the code `≤` or `≤` and paste it directly into your HTML source.
- Windows (Alt Code): Hold the **Alt** key and type **2264** (or sometimes 243) on your numeric keypad, then release Alt.
- Microsoft Word: Type the hex code `2264` into the document and immediately press **Alt + X**.
Why Can’t I Just Type “<="?
The combination of `<` and `=` is treated as two separate **ASCII** characters. In programming, this is a relational operator. In typography, however, it is semantically incorrect for the mathematical concept of "Less-Than Or Equal To." The **Unicode** standard assigns a dedicated code point (**U+2264**) to the single glyph `≤`, ensuring that screen readers announce it as a mathematical concept rather than "less than sign equals sign."
Technical Code Reference
| Context | Code Snippet | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| HTML (Named) | ≤ | Human readable |
| HTML (Hex) | ≤ | Hexadecimal reference |
| CSS Content | \002264 | For `content:` property |
| JavaScript/JSON | \u2264 | Unicode Escape |
| URL Encoded | %E2%89%A4 | For query strings |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is there a “Greater Than or Equal To” symbol?
Yes. The mirrored character is **≥** (Greater-Than Or Equal To). It is located at Unicode code point **U+2265** and uses the HTML entity `≥`.
Q. Will this display on all browsers?
Yes. The symbol `≤` is part of the **Basic Multilingual Plane (BMP)** in Unicode version 1.1 (1993). It is supported by virtually every font and browser in existence today.