Alt Code
Space
Type this character on Windows, Mac, or Linux using the steps below.
How to type this character
Windows
- Place your cursor where you want to insert the character.
- Turn on Num Lock on your keyboard.
- Press and hold the Alt key.
- Type 0032 using the numeric keypad (not the top row).
- Release the Alt key to insert the character.
- Shortcut label: Alt + 0032.
Mac
- Copy the character with the Copy Symbol button and paste it (fastest method).
- Open System Settings → Keyboard → Input Sources and add Unicode Hex Input (if needed).
- Select Unicode Hex Input from the menu bar input menu.
- Hold Option (⌥), type 0020 (from U+0020), then release Option.
- Or open Edit → Emoji & Symbols (or press Ctrl + Cmd + Space) and search for the character.
Linux
- Copy the character with the Copy Symbol button and paste it.
- Press Ctrl + Shift + U, type 0020 (from U+0020), then press Enter or Space.
- On GNOME, you can also use Ctrl + . (or Ctrl + ;) to open the character picker.
Alt Code details
| Parameter | Value | Copy |
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| Symbol Name |
Space
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| Alt Code |
Alt + 0032
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| Alt Number |
0032
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| Alt Code Type |
Leading Zero
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| Unicode Code |
U+0020
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| HTML Decimal Code |
 
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| HTML Hex Code |
 
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| HTML Entity |
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| CSS Code |
\0020
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| JavaScript Code |
\u0020
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| Category |
Basic Punctuation Alt Codes
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| Description |
Used to insert the space ( ) via Windows Alt codes for basic punctuation.
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FAQs about Space Alt Code
What is the Alt code for Space Alt Code?
The Alt code for Space Alt Code is Alt + 0032. On Windows, use the Alt key and numeric keypad as shown above.
How do I type this symbol on Windows?
To type this symbol on Windows, turn on Num Lock, hold the Alt key, type 0032 using the numeric keypad, and release the Alt key.
How do I type this symbol on Mac?
On Mac, copy the symbol or enable Unicode Hex Input, hold Option (⌥), type 0020 (from U+0020), then release Option. You can also use Edit → Emoji & Symbols.
How do I type this symbol on Linux?
On Linux, copy the symbol or press Ctrl + Shift + U, type 0020, then press Enter or Space.
What type of Alt code is Alt + 0032?
Alt + 0032 is a Leading Zero. Some Alt codes use normal numbers, while some use leading zero numbers like 0176.
Why is Alt + 0032 not working?
If Alt + 0032 is not working, make sure Num Lock is turned on and type the number using the numeric keypad. On some laptops, you may need to use the Fn key or the on-screen keyboard.
Can I copy this symbol directly?
Yes. You can use the Copy Symbol button on this page to copy this symbol directly without typing the Alt code.
About this Alt Code
Use Alt + 0032 to type the space ( ) on Windows. Used to insert the space ( ) via Windows Alt codes for basic punctuation.
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