Unicode U+280B: Braille Pattern Dots-124
The Braille letter "F" - more than just accessibility
Basic Information
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Unicode Name:
BRAILLE PATTERN DOTS-1248
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Block:
Braille Patterns (U+2800 - U+28FF)
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Category:
Other Symbol (So)
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Script:
Common
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Bidirectional Class:
Left To Right (L)
Encoding Details
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UTF-8 Encoding:
0xE2 0xA0 0x8B
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UTF-16 Encoding:
0x280B
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UTF-32 Encoding:
0x0000280B
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HTML Entity:
⠋
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CSS Code:
\280B
What is Unicode U+280B?
Unicode U+280B (⠋) is the Braille Pattern Dots-124, which represents the letter "F" in the Braille alphabet. This character uses dots in positions 1, 2, and 4 of the standard 6-dot Braille cell.
While originally designed for Braille text and accessibility, this character has found widespread use in terminal applications, text art, and creative digital displays due to its distinctive dot pattern.
Braille Cell Structure
Standard 6-Dot Cell
Dots 1-2-3-4 (Letter P)
Common Uses
🔤 Accessibility & Braille
- • Letter "P" in Braille text
- • Digital Braille documents
- • Screen reader compatibility
- • Braille learning materials
💻 Terminal Graphics
- • Text-based pixel art
- • Terminal UI elements
- • Console graphics
- • ASCII art enhancement
🎨 Creative Design
- • Text art patterns
- • Social media posts
- • Digital typography
- • Unicode art projects
⚙️ Technical Applications
- • Data visualization
- • Progress indicators
- • Pattern recognition
- • Code documentation
How to Input This Character
Method 1: Copy and Paste
Simply copy ⠏ from this page and paste it where needed.
Method 2: HTML Entity
Use ⠏ or
⠏ in HTML
Method 3: Braille ASCII
Type "P" in Braille ASCII systems
Method 4: Unicode Input (Windows)
Alt + 280F (hex) or Alt + 10255 (decimal) on systems that support it
Related Braille Characters
| Character | Letter | Unicode | Dots | ASCII |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⠕ | O | U+2815 | 1-3-5 | O |
| ⠏ | P | U+280F | 1-2-3-4 | P |
| ⠟ | Q | U+281F | 1-2-3-4-5 | Q |
| ⠗ | R | U+2817 | 1-2-3-5 | R |
Technical Details
Binary Pattern
The dots 1-2-3-4 pattern corresponds to binary: 00001111 (dots numbered from
bottom-right)
Font Support
Widely supported in system fonts including Arial Unicode MS, DejaVu, and GNU Unifont
Programming Usage
Can be used as compact pixel representation: 2×4 pixels per character for terminal graphics
Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from a regular "F"?
This is the Braille representation of "F" using tactile dots. It's designed for touch reading but also used in digital contexts for graphics and art.
Why use Braille patterns for terminal graphics?
Braille patterns allow you to represent 2×3 pixels in a single character space, making them perfect for compact terminal-based graphics and visualizations.
Can screen readers handle this character?
Yes, most modern screen readers can interpret Braille Unicode characters and will announce them appropriately for visually impaired users.
Is this character mobile-friendly?
Yes, modern mobile devices support Unicode Braille patterns, though the visual appearance may vary slightly between different fonts and systems.
What fonts support this character?
Widely supported in system fonts including Arial Unicode MS, DejaVu Sans, GNU Unifont, and most modern web fonts.
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