How to Make the Degree Symbol on Chromebook
Whether you’re a student, a professional, or just someone who needs to occasionally use the degree symbol on your Chromebook, knowing how to do it can be quite handy. The degree symbol (°) is commonly used in various contexts, such as in scientific calculations, temperature readings, and more. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to make the degree symbol on your Chromebook, ensuring that you can easily incorporate it into your documents, emails, or any other text-based work.
There are a couple of methods to create the degree symbol on a Chromebook. The first method involves using the keyboard shortcut, while the second method requires you to access the character map. Let’s explore both options in detail.
Method 1: Keyboard Shortcut
1. Open the application where you want to insert the degree symbol, such as Google Docs, Gmail, or any other text editor.
2. Press and hold the ‘Alt’ key on your Chromebook keyboard.
3. While holding the ‘Alt’ key, type ‘0176’ on the numeric keypad. If you don’t have a numeric keypad, you can use the number row on your keyboard by pressing ‘Fn’ + ‘Num Lock’ to enable the numeric keypad.
4. Release both the ‘Alt’ key and the numeric keys. The degree symbol (°) should now appear in your text.
Method 2: Character Map
1. Open the Chrome browser on your Chromebook.
2. Type ‘Character Map’ in the address bar and press ‘Enter’ to open the Character Map website.
3. In the Character Map window, scroll down and find the degree symbol (°) in the ‘Characters to copy’ section.
4. Click on the degree symbol to select it, then click on ‘Copy’ to copy the symbol to your clipboard.
5. Go back to the application where you want to insert the degree symbol and paste it by pressing ‘Ctrl’ + ‘V’ or right-clicking and selecting ‘Paste’.
By following these simple steps, you can now easily make the degree symbol on your Chromebook. Whether you choose the keyboard shortcut or the character map method, you’ll be able to add the degree symbol to your text with ease.
