Step 1: Determine the UTF-8 encoding bit layout
The character ⳦ has the Unicode code point U+2CE6. In UTF-8, it is encoded using 3 bytes because its codepoint is in the range of
0x0800
to0xffff
.
Therefore we know that the UTF-8 encoding will be done over 16 bits within the final 24 bits and that it will have the format:1110xxxx 10xxxxxx 10xxxxxx
Where thex
are the payload bits.UTF-8 Encoding bit layout by codepoint range Codepoint Range Bytes Bit pattern Payload length U+0000 - U+007F 1 0xxxxxxx 7 bits U+0080 - U+07FF 2 110xxxxx 10xxxxxx 11 bits U+0800 - U+FFFF 3 1110xxxx 10xxxxxx 10xxxxxx 16 bits U+10000 - U+10FFFF 4 11110xxx 10xxxxxx 10xxxxxx 10xxxxxx 21 bits Step 2: Obtain the payload bits:
Convert the hexadecimal code point U+2CE6 to binary:
00101100 11100110
. Those are the payload bits.Step 3: Fill in the bits to match the bit pattern:
Obtain the final bytes by arranging the paylod bits to match the bit layout:
11100010 10110011 10100110
COPTIC SYMBOL PI RO·U+2CE6
Character Information
Character Representations
Click elements to copyEncoding | Hex | Binary |
---|---|---|
UTF8 | E2 B3 A6 | 11100010 10110011 10100110 |
UTF16 (big Endian) | 2C E6 | 00101100 11100110 |
UTF16 (little Endian) | E6 2C | 11100110 00101100 |
UTF32 (big Endian) | 00 00 2C E6 | 00000000 00000000 00101100 11100110 |
UTF32 (little Endian) | E6 2C 00 00 | 11100110 00101100 00000000 00000000 |
Description
The Unicode character U+2CE6, known as COPTIC SYMBOL PI RO, holds significant importance in the field of typography and digital text. It is a unique symbol originating from the ancient Coptic script, which was used primarily for writing the Coptic language, the last stage of the evolution of the Egyptian language before it transformed into Arabic. This character is part of the Unicode Standard, a universal encoding system designed to represent and display text accurately across different platforms, programming languages, and applications. In digital text usage, COPTIC SYMBOL PI RO contributes to the preservation and representation of ancient texts and historical documents written in Coptic script. It is instrumental in linguistic and cultural research, as it allows scholars and enthusiasts to access and interpret these ancient texts accurately. Additionally, the character's inclusion in digital typography enhances the range of symbols available for use in various applications such as website design, graphic design, and document creation. COPTIC SYMBOL PI RO holds a special place in typographical history due to its unique appearance and cultural significance. By incorporating this character into their work, designers can evoke a sense of antiquity and connectivity with the ancient world. Overall, U+2CE6 COPTIC SYMBOL PI RO is an essential part of the digital text realm, contributing to the preservation, understanding, and appreciation of Coptic script and culture.
How to type the ⳦ symbol on Windows
Hold Alt and type 11494 on the numpad. Or use Character Map.