Not Equal Symbol Copy Paste
Copy the not equal symbol ≠ for inequalities, comparisons, maths, logic, and notes.
- Unicode
- U+2260
- Main use
- Not equal symbol
Used together
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Meaning and formatting
What this symbol means
Shows that two values or expressions are not equal.
| Symbol | ≠ |
|---|---|
| Unicode code point | U+2260 |
| HTML | ≠ |
| LaTeX | \neq |
| Plain-text name | Not equal symbol |
Usage notes
Important distinctions
- ≠ means the expressions are not equal. It does not say whether one is larger, or whether the values are close.
- Use ≈ for approximate equality and <, >, ≤, or ≥ when the ordering of values matters.
Accurate use
Technical and compatibility guide
Use ≠ to state that two expressions are not equal. It gives no ordering and does not mean that two values are approximately equal.
Common mistakes
- Do not substitute ≈ for ≠: approximate equality and inequality make different claims.
- Avoid improvised combinations such as =/ when the actual U+2260 character is available; improvised text can wrap or be read incorrectly.
Word, Docs, Notion, and plain text
≠ pastes as one character in Word, Google Docs, Notion, and plain text. Equation editors also accept the LaTeX command \neq, while HTML can use ≠ or the literal character.
Common uses
Examples you can copy
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Frequently asked questions
How do I copy the not equal symbol?
Select the copy card for ≠. Quick Symbols copies it to your clipboard so you can paste it into your notes or document.
What is the difference between ≠ and ≈?
≠ means two values are not equal. ≈ means they are approximately equal even though they may not match exactly.