Step 1: Determine the UTF-8 encoding bit layout
The character ㉍ has the Unicode code point U+324D. 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+324D to binary:
00110010 01001101
. 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:
11100011 10001001 10001101
CIRCLED NUMBER SIXTY ON BLACK SQUARE·U+324D
Character Information
Character Representations
Click elements to copyEncoding | Hex | Binary |
---|---|---|
UTF8 | E3 89 8D | 11100011 10001001 10001101 |
UTF16 (big Endian) | 32 4D | 00110010 01001101 |
UTF16 (little Endian) | 4D 32 | 01001101 00110010 |
UTF32 (big Endian) | 00 00 32 4D | 00000000 00000000 00110010 01001101 |
UTF32 (little Endian) | 4D 32 00 00 | 01001101 00110010 00000000 00000000 |
Description
U+324D is a Unicode character known as CIRCLED NUMBER SIXTY ON BLACK SQUARE. It represents the number sixty within a black square, surrounded by a circle. This character plays a significant role in digital text, particularly in applications that require numerical representation with unique visual flair or when incorporating mathematical symbols and concepts. U+324D is often used in technical documents, such as engineering schematics, scientific research papers, and educational materials, where precise visual representation of numbers is necessary for clarity and accuracy. Its usage can also be found in various typography projects, as well as in the design of unique fonts and typefaces. Despite its potential for aesthetic appeal, U+324D remains a functional character that prioritizes clear communication and understanding over artistic flair.
How to type the ㉍ symbol on Windows
Hold Alt and type 12877 on the numpad. Or use Character Map.