Multiplication Sign Shortcut (×)
To type the multiplication sign (×): on Windows hold Alt and type 0215 on the numeric keypad; on Mac there is no Option combo — copy the × above or open the Character Viewer with ⌃⌘Space. Use it in math like 6 × 7 = 42.
| Action | Mac | Windows | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiplication Sign × | ⌃⌘Space → × | Alt+0215 | |
| Multiplication Sign (copy) | × | × |
The multiplication sign on Mac vs Windows
The multiplication sign (×) is the times symbol used in arithmetic like 6 × 7 = 42. On Windows, hold Alt and type 0215 on the numeric keypad, then release. On a Mac there is no direct Option shortcut — copy the × above, or open the Character Viewer with ⌃⌘Space (Control+Command+Space) and search "multiplication".
× vs the letter x vs the asterisk
Use × (the true multiplication sign) for readable math text. In spreadsheets, code and calculators, multiplication is written with an asterisk instead: 6*7. Avoid the letter x — it looks similar but is treated as text.
FAQ
What is the multiplication sign shortcut?
On Windows hold Alt and type 0215 on the numeric keypad. On Mac copy the × from this page or open the Character Viewer with ⌃⌘Space and search "multiplication".
How do I type × without a number pad?
Copy the × from this page, or on Windows open the emoji panel with Win+. and search "multiplication". On Mac use ⌃⌘Space.
Is × the same as the letter x?
No. × is the dedicated multiplication sign and is wider and centered; the letter x is text. For formulas use the asterisk * instead.