Step 1: Determine the UTF-8 encoding bit layout
The character ⌽ has the Unicode code point U+233D. 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+233D to binary:
00100011 00111101. 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 10001100 10111101
APL FUNCTIONAL SYMBOL CIRCLE STILE·U+233D
⌽
Character Information
Code Point
U+233D
HEX
233D
Unicode Plane
Basic Multilingual Plane
Category
Other Symbol
Character Representations
Click elements to copy| Encoding | Hex | Binary |
|---|---|---|
| UTF8 | E2 8C BD | 11100010 10001100 10111101 |
| UTF16 (big Endian) | 23 3D | 00100011 00111101 |
| UTF16 (little Endian) | 3D 23 | 00111101 00100011 |
| UTF32 (big Endian) | 00 00 23 3D | 00000000 00000000 00100011 00111101 |
| UTF32 (little Endian) | 3D 23 00 00 | 00111101 00100011 00000000 00000000 |
HTML Entity
⌽
URI Encoded
%E2%8C%BD
Description
U+233D, also known as the APL Functional Symbol Circle Stile, is a specialized typographic character used primarily in digital text to represent a specific type of mathematical function or operation within the domain of Algebraic Programming Language (APL). It is often utilized in computer programming and scientific notation to denote particular operations or functions. The character holds significance in its context as it serves a purposeful role in both linguistic and technical applications. In digital typography, U+233D stands out for its unique appearance, resembling a circle with a slender, upward-pointing stiletto shape. Its application is often found within the realm of specialized programming languages or mathematical notations where precise symbols are required to convey complex ideas and operations. While its usage is relatively niche, U+233D plays an important role in the communication of advanced mathematical concepts, making it a vital character for those working within this particular field.
How to type the ⌽ symbol on Windows
Hold Alt and type 9021 on the numpad. Or use Character Map.