How to type the square symbol on the computer
The square symbol (such as ²) is a commonly used special character in daily document editing, mathematical formula input, or social media expressions. Many users may not know how to quickly type this symbol on their computer. This article will detail various methods of entering the square symbol, along with relevant data on recent hot topics.
1. Input method of square symbol

Here are a few common ways to enter the square symbol:
| method | Operation steps | Applicable scenarios |
|---|---|---|
| Alt code | Hold down the Alt key, enter 0178 (small keyboard), release the Alt key | Windows system |
| character map | Search for "Character Map", find ² and copy and paste | All systems |
| Shortcut keys | Press Ctrl+Shift+= in Word and enter 2 | Microsoft Word |
| input method | Pinyin input "pingfang" or "pf" to select² | Chinese input method |
2. Recent hot topics and hot content
The following is the summary data of hot topics across the Internet in the past 10 days:
| Ranking | hot topics | heat index | Main platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New breakthroughs in AI technology | 9.8 | Weibo, Zhihu |
| 2 | world cup qualifiers | 9.5 | Douyin, Hupu |
| 3 | Double Eleven Shopping Guide | 9.2 | Taobao, Xiaohongshu |
| 4 | climate change summit | 8.7 | Twitter, BBC |
| 5 | New developments in the metaverse | 8.5 | Facebook, 36Kr |
3. Application scenarios of square symbols
The square symbol is widely used in many fields:
1.mathematical calculations: Used to express area, square numbers, etc., such as 5²=25.
2.chemical formula: Indicates ionic charge, such as Ca²⁺.
3.social media: Used to express emphasis or special meaning, such as "yyds²".
4.academic papers: Frequently used in references or formulas.
4. How to input other special symbols
In addition to the square symbol, the following are ways to input some commonly used special symbols:
| symbol | Alt code | Input method keywords |
|---|---|---|
| °(degree) | Alt+0176 | "du" |
| × (multiplication sign) | Alt+0215 | "cheng" |
| ÷ (division sign) | Alt+0247 | "chu" |
| ±(positive or negative) | Alt+0177 | "zhengfu" |
5. Summary
Mastering the input method of square symbols can greatly improve work and study efficiency. Whether through Alt codes, character maps, or input methods, choose the method that suits you to enter quickly. At the same time, recent hot topics such as AI technology, World Cup qualifiers, etc. are also worthy of attention. I hope this article can help you better use special symbols and understand current hot topics.
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