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HTML Entities Reference - Special Characters

Comprehensive reference table for HTML named and numeric entities. Rapidly find character codes for web development and documentation.

Web Standards Reference

HTML Entities

CharEntity NameNumeric CodeDescription
&
ampersand
<
lessThan
>
greaterThan
"
quotationMark
'
apostrophe
nonBreakingSpace
¢
cent
euro
£
pound
¥
yen
©
copyright
®
registered
trademark
Usage Protocol

HTML entities are used to display reserved characters (like < and >) or characters not present on a standard keyboard. Use the Name Code whenever possible for better readability in source files.

Search Logic

Our index uses a fuzzy search algorithm that checks across character symbols, named aliases, and decimal/hexadecimal numeric codes simultaneously for rapid identifier discovery.

Using HTML Entities Reference - Special Characters

HTML Entities Reference - Special Characters is a developer utility that transforms data or improves readability. Get instant results in your browser.

Usage

Paste your data, select options, and the output is generated immediately.

  • Paste the raw input as-is.
  • Choose the output format that fits your use case.
  • Ensure sensitive data stays on your local device.

Processing

HTML Entities Reference - Special Characters parses and transforms data using standard rules.

  • Standards-based transformations.
  • Clear error reporting for invalid input.
  • Runs in the browser for speed and safety.

FAQ

Is my data safe in HTML Entities Reference - Special Characters?

Inputs are processed in the browser and not sent to the server.

Can I process large files?

Yes, but performance depends on your browser and device.

Can I use the output directly?

We follow standards, but always validate before production use.

Cautions

Transformations can vary by environment, so keep these in mind.

  • Validate input format compliance.
  • Avoid sensitive data on shared devices.
  • Verify outputs before applying to production.

Web Standards Reference

[HTML entities](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HTML_entity) are a standardized way to represent characters that are either reserved in HTML or not found on standard keyboards. They ensure consistent rendering across all user agents.

Standard Protocol

Our index provides both named aliases (e.g., &amp;copy;) and numeric decimal codes (e.g., &#169;), which are the building blocks of universal character representation on the Open Web.

Quick References

  • Escape reserved HTML markup symbols (<, >, &).
  • Use non-breaking spaces (&nbsp;) for layout control.
  • Display currency and legal symbols across all encodings.
  • Verify decimal vs hex representation compatibility.