Plus Minus Symbol Copy Paste
Copy the plus minus symbol ± for uncertainty, tolerance, ranges, statistics, science, and medical notes.
- Unicode
- U+00B1
- Main use
- Plus minus symbol
Used together
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Meaning and formatting
What this symbol means
Shows a positive-or-negative value, tolerance, or measurement uncertainty.
| Symbol | ± |
|---|---|
| Unicode code point | U+00B1 |
| HTML | ± |
| LaTeX | \pm |
| Plain-text name | Plus minus symbol |
Usage notes
Important distinctions
- A value followed by ± may express uncertainty, tolerance, or spread; the document should state which interpretation applies.
- The paired minus-plus sign ∓ is sometimes used with ± in linked equations. It is not a decorative alternative to ±.
Accurate use
Technical and compatibility guide
Use ± only when the surrounding text defines whether it represents uncertainty, tolerance, spread, or paired alternatives.
Common mistakes
- Do not build ± by placing + and - beside each other, and do not substitute ∓: minus-plus is a separate paired operator.
- Use the mathematical minus sign − where typography requires it; the keyboard hyphen-minus - is a different character.
Word, Docs, Notion, and plain text
± is a single Unicode character supported in Word, Google Docs, Notion, and plain text. In equation mode use \pm; keep the value, unit, and definition of the reported range visible.
Common uses
Examples you can copy
Short examples you can paste into notes and documents, then edit for your context.
Related
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Quick answers
Frequently asked questions
How do I copy the plus minus symbol?
Select the copy card for ±. Quick Symbols copies it to your clipboard so you can paste it into your notes or document.
What does ± mean after a measurement?
After a value, ± usually states uncertainty, tolerance, or spread. For example, 37.5 ± 0.2°C gives a central value with a 0.2°C range on either side.