Step 1: Determine the UTF-8 encoding bit layout
The character ♶ has the Unicode code point U+2676. 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+2676 to binary:
00100110 01110110. 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 10011001 10110110
RECYCLING SYMBOL FOR TYPE-4 PLASTICS·U+2676
♶
Character Information
Code Point
U+2676
HEX
2676
Unicode Plane
Basic Multilingual Plane
Category
Other Symbol
Character Representations
Click elements to copy| Encoding | Hex | Binary |
|---|---|---|
| UTF8 | E2 99 B6 | 11100010 10011001 10110110 |
| UTF16 (big Endian) | 26 76 | 00100110 01110110 |
| UTF16 (little Endian) | 76 26 | 01110110 00100110 |
| UTF32 (big Endian) | 00 00 26 76 | 00000000 00000000 00100110 01110110 |
| UTF32 (little Endian) | 76 26 00 00 | 01110110 00100110 00000000 00000000 |
HTML Entity
♶
URI Encoded
%E2%99%B6
Description
The Unicode character U+2676 is a widely recognized symbol for the recycling of Type-4 plastics. It serves as a crucial element in digital text aimed at promoting awareness about waste management and sustainable practices. This symbol, also known as the "Chasing Arrows" or "Mobius Loop," has become a universally understood representation of recyclability and environmental conservation. Its usage transcends linguistic barriers, allowing for effective communication across diverse cultures that share an interest in preserving the planet's resources. The character is utilized extensively in educational materials, marketing campaigns, and product packaging to indicate the recyclable nature of plastic products, specifically those classified as Type-4 plastics. By employing this symbol, organizations and individuals can contribute to a collective effort toward reducing waste, promoting eco-friendly behaviors, and encouraging responsible consumption.
How to type the ♶ symbol on Windows
Hold Alt and type 9846 on the numpad. Or use Character Map.