How to Type the euro symbol (€)

The euro symbol (€) is the currency sign for the euro, written before or after the amount depending on the country — €20 or 20 €.

The three quick ways

Windows

Alt + 0128
Hold Alt, type the numbers on the numeric keypad, release.

Mac

Option + Shift + 2
Press the shortcut — no numeric keypad needed.

HTML

€
Or numeric € · Unicode U+20AC

Practice typing it


✓ Nice — that's the euro symbol!

When you'll use it

  • Prices in euros (€19.99)
  • Invoices and quotes
  • Financial documents

Frequently asked questions

What is the Alt code for the euro symbol? On Windows, hold Alt and type 0128 on the numeric keypad, then release Alt to get €.

How do I type it on a Mac? Press Option + Shift + 2.

What's the HTML code for €? Use € or the numeric entity € (Unicode U+20AC).

No numeric keypad? On a laptop, copy the symbol from this page, use your OS emoji/symbol picker (Windows key + . or Mac Control + Command + Space), or the HTML entity on the web.

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