How to Type Euro Symbol in Gmail

When writing emails in Gmail, especially about prices, invoices, or international payments, you may need to insert the Euro symbol (€).
However, many users struggle to find it on their keyboard or inside Gmail.

The good news? There are several quick and reliable ways to type or insert the Euro symbol in Gmail — whether you’re on Windows, Mac, or Mobile.

How to Type Euro Symbol in Gmail on Windows

If you’re using Gmail on a Windows PC, you can insert the Euro symbol using Alt codes or the Character Map.

Using Alt Code (With Numeric Keypad)

• Place the cursor in Gmail where you want to insert €.
• Hold Alt and type 0128 on the numeric keypad.
• Release Alt → € appears.

Make sure Num Lock is ON for this to work.

Without Numeric Keypad (Laptop Users)

• Open the Windows Character Map app (search in Start menu).
• Find and select the € symbol.
• Copy and paste it into Gmail.

Shortcut with UK Keyboard

• Press Alt Gr + 4 → €

How to Insert Euro Symbol in Gmail on Mac

Depending on the American English keyboard layout a Mac user can use the below option

• On MacOS US keyboard, hold down the “Option+ Shift +2”.
• On MacOS UK keyboard, hold down “Option + 2”.

How to Insert Euro Symbol in Gmail on Mobile (Android & iPhone)

Most of us check and send emails on our phones, so knowing how to quickly add the € symbol in Gmail mobile is super handy. Luckily, both iPhone and Android keyboards make it really easy.

On iPhone (iOS)

1. Open Gmail and start a new message.
2. Bring up your keyboard.
3. Press and hold the letter “E.”
4. A small menu will appear with extra options → simply tap €.

On Android

1. Open Gmail and tap Compose.
2. If you’re using Gboard (Google Keyboard), long-press the E key.
   • If you don’t see it, tap the ?123 key to switch to symbols.
3. Select the € symbol from the popup.

Insert Euro Symbol in Gmail Using Emoji Picker

Gmail also supports the use of emojis, which are graphical symbols that represent emotions, objects, and other concepts. To insert the Euro symbol as an emoji,-

1. Open “Gmail”.
2. Click on Compose.
3. Now click on the Emoji icon.
4. Type euro in the search box.
5. Click the euro emoji symbol to add it to Gmail.

Euro Symbol Keyboard Shortcuts (Quick Reference Table)

Here’s a quick table you can bookmark or save for later:

Conclusion

Typing the Euro symbol (€) in Gmail is easy once you know the shortcuts.

• On Windows → use Alt + 0128 (or Alt Gr + 4).
• On Mac → use Option + Shift + 2 or Option + 2.
• On Mobile → long-press E.
• Or simply copy and paste the € symbol.

By using these methods, you’ll save time when writing invoices, contracts, or international payment emails in Gmail.

See the full guide on how to type the Euro symbol on all platforms.

Also see feature like Gmail Spell Check and Gmail Autocomplete.