Step 1: Determine the UTF-8 encoding bit layout
The character ⯏ has the Unicode code point U+2BCF. 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+2BCF to binary:
00101011 11001111. 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 10101111 10001111
ROTATED WHITE FOUR POINTED CUSP·U+2BCF
⯏
Character Information
Code Point
U+2BCF
HEX
2BCF
Unicode Plane
Basic Multilingual Plane
Category
Other Symbol
Character Representations
Click elements to copy| Encoding | Hex | Binary |
|---|---|---|
| UTF8 | E2 AF 8F | 11100010 10101111 10001111 |
| UTF16 (big Endian) | 2B CF | 00101011 11001111 |
| UTF16 (little Endian) | CF 2B | 11001111 00101011 |
| UTF32 (big Endian) | 00 00 2B CF | 00000000 00000000 00101011 11001111 |
| UTF32 (little Endian) | CF 2B 00 00 | 11001111 00101011 00000000 00000000 |
HTML Entity
⯏
URI Encoded
%E2%AF%8F
Description
The Unicode character U+2BCF, known as the ROTATED WHITE FOUR POINTED CUSP, holds a unique position in digital text. Primarily used for typographical purposes, it is rarely seen in everyday writing systems due to its specialized role. It serves as a key element in creating intricate designs and symbols in digital typography, where precision and detail are crucial. In the realm of digital design, this character allows designers to create intricate patterns, borders, and shapes for various visual representations without the need for multiple glyphs or additional encoding. The ROTATED WHITE FOUR POINTED CUSP is significant in both cultural and technical contexts. It has been adopted as a versatile symbol across various applications, from graphic design to software development. Its use can be observed in digital art, where it contributes to the creation of complex patterns and intricate designs. Furthermore, developers often utilize this character for creating subtle visual elements in their applications or websites, enhancing user experience. However, its limited usage in everyday language makes it a specialized character primarily appreciated by typographers, designers, and programmers who seek unique and precise elements for their creations.
How to type the ⯏ symbol on Windows
Hold Alt and type 11215 on the numpad. Or use Character Map.