How to Type ç — C-cedilla (ç)
To type ç (C-cedilla): on a Mac press ⌥C; on Windows hold Alt and type 0231 on the numeric keypad, then release. It is the cedilla used in façade, garçon, Français and Curaçao.
| Action | Mac | Windows | |
|---|---|---|---|
| C-cedilla ç | ⌥C | Alt+0231 | |
| Copy ç | ç | ç | |
| Uppercase Ç | ⇧⌥C | Alt+0231 |
Typing ç on Mac vs Windows
The character ç (C-cedilla (ç)) is the cedilla used in façade, garçon, Français and Curaçao. On a Mac press ⌥C directly. On Windows, hold Alt and type 0231 on the numeric keypad, then release Alt. No number pad? Copy the ç above, or open the Windows emoji panel with Win+. and search.
Uppercase and quick copy
For the capital Ç, add Shift to the Mac combo or use the Windows code above with the base letter capitalised. The fastest option on any keyboard — including laptops without a numeric keypad — is to copy ç from the box at the top of this page.
Related special characters
Typing other symbols and accented letters? See how to type é (e-acute) · ñ (n with tilde) · à (a-grave) on both Mac and Windows.
FAQ
What is the ç shortcut on Mac?
Press ⌥C.
How do I type ç on Windows?
Hold Alt and type 0231 on the numeric keypad, then release Alt. No number pad? Copy ç or use Win+. emoji panel.
How do I type ç on a laptop without a number pad?
Copy the ç from this page, or on Windows open the emoji panel with Win+. and search. On Mac the ⌥C shortcut works on any keyboard.