Sometimes you need to insert a character or symbol into a document that isn't on a standard keyboard. Windows' built-in Character Map works fine but Character Map UWP is a more modern alternative.

If Character Map is not working or opening on your Windows 11/10 PC, then use these solutions to fix the issue successfully.

Use this comprehensive guide to learn how to put accents on letters in Windows 11/10 using Character Map, Alt codes, third-party tools, etc.

Your Windows mobile device doesn't have a numeric keypad, so how do you type characters like em dashes or bullets without having to open Word or Character Map?

Simply hold down the Alt key and type the corresponding number to insert a special character. If you have memorized the code of your favorite special character, you can insert it in less than a second ...

Locate the copyright or registered trademark icon on the sixth row of characters in the Character Map window and click the symbol you want to use.

Character Map Press the "Windows" key, type "Character Map" and then select "Character Map" to bring up the chart. Click the "Font" drop-down list and then select the preferred font.