Step 1: Determine the UTF-8 encoding bit layout
The character ◙ has the Unicode code point U+25D9. 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+25D9 to binary:
00100101 11011001. 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 10010111 10011001
INVERSE WHITE CIRCLE·U+25D9
◙
Character Information
Code Point
U+25D9
HEX
25D9
Unicode Plane
Basic Multilingual Plane
Category
Other Symbol
Character Representations
Click elements to copy| Encoding | Hex | Binary |
|---|---|---|
| UTF8 | E2 97 99 | 11100010 10010111 10011001 |
| UTF16 (big Endian) | 25 D9 | 00100101 11011001 |
| UTF16 (little Endian) | D9 25 | 11011001 00100101 |
| UTF32 (big Endian) | 00 00 25 D9 | 00000000 00000000 00100101 11011001 |
| UTF32 (little Endian) | D9 25 00 00 | 11011001 00100101 00000000 00000000 |
HTML Entity
◙
URI Encoded
%E2%97%99
Description
The Unicode character U+25D9, known as the Inverse White Circle, is a versatile symbol used extensively in digital text for various purposes. Its primary function is to act as a placeholder, indicating the absence of content or highlighting an area where information should be entered. This symbol is commonly utilized in user interfaces and forms, where it denotes missing data, errors, or areas requiring attention from users. In addition to its role in digital text, U+25D9 also serves as a visual cue for screen readers and other assistive technologies, further enhancing accessibility for users with disabilities. The Inverse White Circle is often employed in conjunction with other symbols or text, such as error messages or navigation prompts, to convey important information concisely and efficiently. Despite its widespread use, the Inverse White Circle remains relatively unobtrusive, maintaining a low profile in digital interfaces. Its simple, yet effective design contributes to its versatility across various platforms and devices, ensuring that users can easily recognize and understand it, regardless of their cultural or linguistic backgrounds. In summary, the Unicode character U+25D9, or Inverse White Circle, is a valuable tool in digital text communication, providing clear and concise visual cues for users while maintaining accessibility and functionality across diverse platforms and devices.
How to type the ◙ symbol on Windows
Hold Alt and type 9689 on the numpad. Or use Character Map.