Q&A for How to Type Symbols Using the ALT Key

The 9000 series of codes only work in certain fonts. Entering the code in Word will usually work, provided the font supports it. It may not work in your browser or other programs,.

If you are using a PC, you can type the inverted question mark by entering the ALT codes 0191, 6824, or 168 on your number pad. If you are on a Mac, you can enter the "¿" symbol by pressing "Shift" and "Option" simultaneously and then, without releasing, typing the "?" symbol.

Because Spanish keyboards usually have accents where the @ symbol would normally be, you need to use a slightly different code. You can try the ALT code 64 for a PC, or you can type "Control" + "Shift" and then the key with the @ symbol printed on it.

Usually, you can type the @ symbol on a keyboard by holding down the "Shift" key and then pressing the "2" at the same time. In order to get the @, you will need to press the two from the row of numbers above your alphabetic keyboard.

You can type the "__" symbol by holding down the "Shift" key and then pressing the "-" key twice. This is the key located to the left of the "0" on most keyboards.

Try changing the font of the writing. You can go to a program like WS Word and change the font there and then paste it.

You can access a lot of these symbols by simply holding down the letter you wish to accent and wait for a list of available options to appear. You may also go into "Settings," then "Keyboards," and then tap "Add a Keyboard." Usually keyboards like Emojis will have a lot of these symbols.

To refresh a window, right-click with your mouse and hit "Refresh." Alternatively, you can restart your computer.

You should make sure that you are typing in your codes using the keypad and not the line of numbers above your alphabetic keyboard. If this still does not work, try opening up a virtual keyboard on your computer.

The ALT code for the "✓" symbol is 10003 for your PC. If you are trying to type the "✓" on a Mac, then you will need to access the Special Characters Library from your menu bar.

In MS Word, [cmd] + [u] is the normal shortcut to underline on a computer.

Hold ALT then press 252 to get ³.

No, you need a flash drive, hard drive, or an SD Card to do that. Keyboards do not have storage on them.

On most keyboards, hold down the SHIFT key and press 3. If this doesn't work, you can copy and paste the # symbol. On mobile devices, it may be under a symbols key - like "123" on iPhone, or a similar on Android.