How to Type the Euro Symbol (€) on Windows, Mac, Gmail & More

The Euro symbol (€), also known as the euro sign or euro currency symbol, is used in prices, banking, invoices, Microsoft Word, Excel spreadsheets, websites, and online payments across Europe and around the world.

If you want to type the Euro symbol on keyboard, copy and paste the € sign, or use it in Word, Google Docs, HTML, or Mac and Windows devices, this guide explains the easiest methods step by step.

Quick answer if you’re in a hurry: Alt + 0128 on Windows, Option + Shift + 2 on Mac. If neither works or you just want to grab it directly, copy it here: €

Euro Symbol Keyboard Shortcuts

Keyboard shortcuts can vary depending on your operating system, keyboard layout, and language settings.

How to Type the Euro Symbol on Keyboard (Windows)

Typing the Euro sign (€) is easy if you know the right keyboard shortcut for your system. Below are the steps for Windows Keyboards.

Using the Alt Code

The Alt code method works in many Windows applications.

1. Position your cursor where you want the symbol to appear.
2. Press and hold the Alt key.
3. Type 0128 using the numeric keypad (the grid of numbers on the far right of your keyboard).
4. Release the Alt key.

Note: This method only works on the dedicated numeric keypad. Typing these numbers on the row above your letter keys will not produce the symbol.

Windows Laptop Without a Numeric Keypad

If your laptop lacks a numeric keypad, you can use the built-in Windows Character Map:

1. Open the Start menu and search for Character Map.
2. Locate and click on the € symbol.
3. Click Select, then click Copy.
4. Paste (Ctrl + V) the symbol into your document.

Windows UK Keyboard

On a UK keyboard layout, the euro symbol can usually be typed with:

AltGr + 4

Keyboard shortcuts depend on the active keyboard layout, so make sure Windows is using the correct UK layout if the shortcut does not work.

How to Type the Euro Symbol on Keyboard (Mac)

Option + Shift + 2 is the standard shortcut on a US Mac keyboard layout. If you’re on a UK Mac layout instead, it’s usually just Option + 2 without Shift — worth testing both if the first doesn’t produce anything.

• Other Layouts: Some Mac keyboards use Option + E or Option + 5 depending on the region

How to Type the Euro Symbol on Linux & ChromeOS

Many Linux configurations and ChromeOS support Unicode input for special characters.

1. Hold down Ctrl + Shift + U at the same time.
2. A small underlined “u” will appear on your screen.
3. Type the hex code: 20ac
4. Press Enter (or the spacebar).

How to Type the Euro Symbol on Mobile Devices

• iPhone / iPad: Open the keyboard, tap the 123 key, press and hold the $ key, and slide to €.
• Android: Open the keyboard, switch to the numbers/symbols layout, press and hold the $ or currency key, and select €.

Euro Symbol Unicode and HTML Codes

Developers and website owners often need the Euro symbol code for HTML or CSS.

How to Type the Euro Symbol in Office Applications

When working inside specific productivity suites, you can use built-in software tools that bypass standard operating system limitations.

Microsoft Word

To insert the Euro sign (€) in Microsoft Office apps like Word, Excel, or PowerPoint is easy.

• Use your operating system shortcut (Alt + 0128 or Option + Shift + 2).
• Menu option: Go to Insert → Symbol → More Symbols, find the €, and insert it.
• Unicode shortcut: Type 20AC, then press Alt + X to convert it into €.

Microsoft Excel & Google Sheets

• For text, type or paste € normally.
• For financial columns, select the cells and use Format → Number → Currency to keep number formatting consistent.

Google Docs & Gmail

• Google Docs: Go to Insert → Special characters, search for “euro”, or type the Unicode value 20AC. Ensure you select the Euro Sign (€) rather than the older Euro-Currency Sign (₠).
• Gmail on Windows: Use your standard Alt code (Alt + 0128 with NumLock on) or AltGr + 4 on UK layouts.
• Gmail on Mac: Press Option + Shift + 2 (US layout) or Option + 2 (UK layout).
• Gmail on Mobile (iOS & Android):Open the mobile keyboard, switch to the numbers/symbols layout if necessary, then press and hold the currency key (often $) and select €. The exact key and available symbols depend on your keyboard and regional settings. Alternatively, use the built-in emoji picker in Gmail and search for “euro”.

Euro Symbol in LaTeX (with Package Examples)

If you’re working with LaTeX and want to insert the Euro sign (€), you need to include a specific package first. Here are three popular options:

Using the textcomp Package

This is the simplest way to display the symbol.

Code:

\usepackage{textcomp}

To insert the symbol:

\texteuro

This will output: €

Using the eurosym Package

This package provides multiple styles of the Euro symbol.

Code:

\usepackage{eurosym}

You can then use:

• \euro – Default Euro
• \geneuro – Geneva style
• \officialeuro – Official EU style

Example:

Amount: \euro 5

Euro Currency Symbol (₠) – Historic

There’s also a separate Unicode character called the Euro-currency sign (₠), used in older texts:

• Unicode: U+20A0
• HTML: ₠ or ₠
  Symbol: ₠

What is the sign for Euros?

The official Euro symbol (€) resembles the letter “C” with two horizontal lines, symbolizing stability. It was inspired by the Greek letter epsilon (Є) and the Latin letter “E”.

FAQ About Euro Symbol

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