Superscript equals (⁼) is the Unicode character at U+207C in Superscripts and Subscripts. Official name: SUPERSCRIPT EQUALS SIGN. It is a precomposed raised equals used in compact math and typographic notation.
Remember
Character ⁼
Unicode U+207C
Hex entity ⁼
Decimal ⁼
CSS escape \207C
Named entity (none)
Not the same = · <sup>=</sup>
Prefer ⁼ or ⁼ in HTML markup. You can also type ⁼ in UTF-8. There is no named entity.
Using Hex Code: ⁼
Using HTML Code: ⁼
Using CSS Entity: ⁼
Typed directly: ⁼
Example: x⁼y
How It Works
1. Hex:U+207C → ⁼ in HTML. The browser turns it into ⁼.
2. Decimal: same code point as 8316 → ⁼. Same result as hex.
3. CSS: use \207C in content (not an HTML entity). #point::after appends that ⁼ after the paragraph text.
4. Typed / example: paste ⁼ in UTF-8, or write x⁼y for a short superscript-equals example.
Pitfalls & Tips
Common mistakes when working with Superscript Equals.
Named?
No named entity
HTML5 does not define a named entity for U+207C. Use ⁼ or ⁼.
=
Not a normal equals
Plain = is U+003D. Prefer U+207C only when you need the precomposed superscript form.
<sup>
Not the same as <sup>=</sup>
<sup> styles a normal equals. U+207C is a different character — useful for Unicode superscript runs.
Fonts
Superscript font coverage
Some UI fonts omit Superscripts and Subscripts. Prefer a font that covers this block for display.
CSS vs HTML
Do not mix escapes
\207C belongs in CSS strings. ⁼ / ⁼ belong in HTML.
Semicolon
End numeric references
Always finish with ; — write ⁼, not ⁼.
Compatibility
Browser Support
Superscript equals (U+207C) and its entity forms (⁼, ⁼, CSS \\207C) are supported in all mainstream browsers. Visible glyphs depend on superscript font coverage.
✓ Universal support
Superscript Equals (⁼)
Encode with hex, decimal, CSS escape, or type the character — same code point everywhere encoding is supported.
100%Browser coverage
Google ChromeSupported
Yes
Microsoft EdgeSupported
Yes
Mozilla FirefoxSupported
Yes
Apple SafariSupported
Yes
OperaSupported
Yes
Internet ExplorerAll versions
Yes
U+207C / entitiesFull support
Bottom line: Prefer ⁼ or ⁼ in HTML. Use \\207C only inside CSS content. There is no named entity.
Remember
Key Takeaways
Unicode: this mark is U+207C (decimal 8316) — glyph ⁼.
HTML: use ⁼ or ⁼ — no named entity; typing ⁼ also works.
CSS: use \207C inside content for generated text.
Meaning:⁼ = precomposed superscript equals — not plain =, not <sup>=</sup>.
One line:U+207C → ⁼ / ⁼ / CSS \207C.
Frequently Asked Questions
Use ⁼ (hex), ⁼ (decimal), type ⁼ directly in UTF-8, or the CSS escape \207C in content. There is no named HTML entity for U+207C.
U+207C (SUPERSCRIPT EQUALS SIGN). Hex 207C, decimal 8316. It belongs to Superscripts and Subscripts (U+2070–U+209F).
No. HTML5 does not define a named entity for this character. Use numeric forms ⁼ or ⁼.
Use it when you need a raised equals in superscript-style notation (math labels, compact formulas, or consistent Unicode superscripts). Prefer <sup>=</sup> when you want semantic HTML superscript styling of a normal equals.
HTML entities (⁼ or ⁼) go in markup. The CSS escape \207C goes in stylesheet strings (usually content on ::before/::after).
No. ⁼ is the precomposed superscript equals (U+207C). A plain = is U+003D. <sup>=</sup> raises a normal equals with HTML/CSS — similar look, different character and semantics.
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Did you know?
Superscript equals (⁼) is Unicode U+207C (decimal 8316) — SUPERSCRIPT EQUALS SIGN in Superscripts and Subscripts. HTML5 has no named entity — use ⁼ or ⁼. It is a precomposed raised equals, not the same as a normal = wrapped in <sup>. Related marks include superscript plus (U+207A) and superscript minus (U+207B).
