Windows 8: How to Type Special Characters

From the Character Map in Windows 8, you can type a variety of special characters that cannot be found on the keyboard. This tutorial describes how to access the Character Map and how to use it.

1. Navigate to the Start screen.
2. Press the down arrow at the bottom to see a list of all apps.
3. Search for the app Character Map.
4. Select a font. Different fonts may have different symbols and characters.
5. Click on the character or symbol you want to use.
6. It will be magnified.
7. Press the Select button near the bottom.
8. The chosen symbol will appear in the Characters to copy box.
9. You can select several more symbols if you wish.
10. Once you have chosen the symbols or characters you want to use, press the Copy button.
11. Paste these symbols or characters anywhere by right-clicking and choosing paste or with CTRL + V.
12. If the symbol is really weird, then it might not display properly in all places outside of the Character Map.