HTML Entity for Multiplication X (✕)

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Updated: Sep 2026

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Unicode U+2715

HTML Entity for Multiplication X (U+2715) tutorial illustration

Definition

What Is the Multiplication X Entity?

Multiplication X (✕) is a Dingbat cross at Unicode U+2715. It is often used for close/dismiss icons. There is no named HTML entity for it.

Remember

Character     ✕
Unicode       U+2715
Hex entity    &#x2715;
Decimal       &#10005;
CSS escape    \2715
Named entity  (none)

Hex, decimal, CSS, and a typed character all produce the same glyph: ✕.

Reference

Quick Reference

One table for every form you will actually use.

Form	Code	Where it goes
Direct character	`✕`	UTF-8 HTML text (default choice)
Hex entity	`✕`	HTML markup
Decimal entity	`✕`	HTML markup
CSS escape	`\2715`	Stylesheet `content`
Named entity	—	Not defined in HTML5

When to Use Which

Situation	Use
Close / dismiss UI icon	Type `✕` or `✕` (+ accessible name)
Need an entity in HTML source	`✕` or `✕`
Generated text via `::before` / `::after`	`content: "\2715"`
Math product / dimensions	See Multiplication — `×`
Letter x in words	Type `x` — not this symbol

See it

Live Preview

Multiplication X as a close marker and beside lookalikes.

Close label ✕ Close

Large glyph ✕

vs × / x ✕ | × | x

Accessible control ✕

With entities Hex: ✕ | Decimal: ✕

Code

Complete HTML Example

One page that shows Multiplication X with hex, decimal, CSS, and a typed character. Use View Output or open the live editor.

Hex + Decimal + CSS + Typed

Four ways to produce ✕ in a single document.

html

<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
  <meta charset="UTF-8">
  <title>Multiplication X (✕)</title>
  <style>
    #point::after {
      content: "\2715";
    }
  </style>
</head>
<body>
  <p>Using Hex Code: &#x2715;</p>
  <p>Using HTML Code: &#10005;</p>
  <p id="point">Using CSS Entity: </p>
  <p>Close: <span aria-label="Close">✕</span></p>
</body>
</html>

Try It Yourself

How It Works

1. Hex: U+2715 → ✕ in HTML. The browser turns it into ✕.

2. Decimal: same code point as 10005 → ✕. Same result as hex.

3. CSS: use \2715 in content (not an HTML entity). #point::after appends that ✕ after the paragraph text.

4. Accessibility: when ✕ is a control, give it a name (e.g. aria-label="Close") so screen readers announce it.

Pitfalls & Tips

Common mistakes when working with Multiplication X.

Named?

No named entity

HTML5 does not define a named entity for U+2715. Use numeric forms.

vs ×

Not the math times sign

× is × for math and dimensions. ✕ is a Dingbat cross for UI.

a11y

Label close icons

Do not rely on the glyph alone. Add aria-label or visible text when it acts as a control.

CSS vs HTML

Do not mix escapes

\2715 belongs in CSS. ✕ / ✕ belong in HTML.

Encoding

Declare UTF-8

If you type ✕ directly, keep <meta charset="UTF-8"> so the file is not misread.

Semicolon

End references

Always finish with ; — write ✕, not &#10005.

Compatibility

Browser Support

Multiplication X (U+2715) and its numeric entity forms (✕, ✕, CSS \\2715) are supported in all mainstream browsers with a Unicode-capable font that covers Dingbats.

✓ Universal support

Multiplication X (✕)

Type ✕, or encode with hex, decimal, or CSS escape — same glyph everywhere fonts support it.

100% Browser coverage

Google Chrome Supported

Yes

Microsoft Edge Supported

Yes

Mozilla Firefox Supported

Yes

Apple Safari Supported

Yes

Opera Supported

Yes

Internet Explorer IE 9+

Yes*

U+2715 / entities Full support

Bottom line: Type ✕ for normal UTF-8 text. Prefer ✕ or ✕ when encoding must be explicit, and \\2715 only inside CSS content.

Remember

Key Takeaways

Unicode: Multiplication X is U+2715 (decimal 10005).
HTML: use ✕ or ✕ — no named entity.
CSS: use \2715 inside content for generated text.
Use: close icons — not math; use × for products.

One line: U+2715 → type ✕, or encode as ✕ / ✕ / CSS \2715.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I display Multiplication X in HTML using entities?

Use ✕ (hex), ✕ (decimal), or the CSS escape \2715 in the content property. All render ✕. There is no named HTML entity for U+2715.

What is the Unicode value for Multiplication X?

U+2715 (MULTIPLICATION X). Hex 2715, decimal 10005. It belongs to the Dingbats block.

Is there a named HTML entity for U+2715?

No. U+2715 has no named HTML entity. Use numeric references like ✕ or ✕.

When should I use this HTML entity?

Use it for close/dismiss UI icons, cancel markers, and dingbat-style crosses. For math products and dimensions, use × (×) instead.

What is the difference between HTML code and CSS entity for U+2715?

HTML entities (✕ or ✕) go in markup. The CSS escape \2715 is used in stylesheets (usually in the content property of ::before/::after). Both render ✕.

Is ✕ the same as ×?

No. Multiplication X is ✕ (U+2715), a Dingbat often used as a close icon. Multiplication sign is × (×, U+00D7), used for math and dimensions.

Did you know?

Multiplication X is Unicode U+2715 (decimal 10005) — MULTIPLICATION X in Dingbats. HTML5 has no named entity — use ✕ or ✕. Often used for close/dismiss icons. Not the same as math times × (×, U+00D7).

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