Step 1: Determine the UTF-8 encoding bit layout
The character ❓ has the Unicode code point U+2753. In UTF-8, it is encoded using 3 bytes because its codepoint is in the range of
0x0800to0xffff.
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 thexare 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+2753 to binary:
00100111 01010011. 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 10011101 10010011
BLACK QUESTION MARK ORNAMENT·U+2753
❓
Character Information
Code Point
U+2753
HEX
2753
Unicode Plane
Basic Multilingual Plane
Category
Other Symbol
Character Representations
Click elements to copy| Encoding | Hex | Binary |
|---|---|---|
| UTF8 | E2 9D 93 | 11100010 10011101 10010011 |
| UTF16 (big Endian) | 27 53 | 00100111 01010011 |
| UTF16 (little Endian) | 53 27 | 01010011 00100111 |
| UTF32 (big Endian) | 00 00 27 53 | 00000000 00000000 00100111 01010011 |
| UTF32 (little Endian) | 53 27 00 00 | 01010011 00100111 00000000 00000000 |
HTML Entity
❓
URI Encoded
%E2%9D%93
Description
The Unicode character U+2753, known as the Black Question Mark Ornament, is a typographical symbol that holds a unique position in digital text. It primarily serves an aesthetic purpose, adding visual interest to texts where it is used. This character is often employed in creative writing and designing, where its distinct appearance adds a touch of whimsy or intrigue. The Black Question Mark Ornament does not have a specific cultural, linguistic, or technical context. It is not part of any particular language's alphabet or script. Instead, it is an ornamental symbol that can be used in various ways depending on the designer's or writer's creative intent. In terms of its usage in digital text, the Black Question Mark Ornament can be inserted using a combination of keyboard shortcuts and special characters. It can also be found in numerous fonts and design libraries, making it readily available for use across different platforms and devices. In summary, U+2753, or the Black Question Mark Ornament, is a versatile symbol used to enhance the visual appeal of digital text. Its unique appearance makes it a popular choice among designers and writers seeking to add an element of charm or intrigue to their work.
How to type the ❓ symbol on Windows
Hold Alt and type 10067 on the numpad. Or use Character Map.