Math

How to type N-ary summation (∑)

Copy the character, or use the shortcut that matches your keyboard and app.

Windows

No classic numeric Alt code. Copy the character or use Win + . and search the name.

Mac

Option + W

Microsoft Word

Type 2211 then Alt + X

Google Docs

Insert → Special characters → sum

How to insert it

Copy

Click the keycap, then paste with Ctrl+V or Cmd+V.

Alt code

This character has no short Alt code. Copy it instead.

Code

Use the Unicode, HTML, CSS, or JS value below in documents and stylesheets.

Unicode
U+2211
HTML decimal
∑
HTML hex
∑
CSS
\2211
JavaScript
\u{2211}

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