How to Type Pound Symbol (£)
Learn how to type the pound symbol (£) on Mac, Windows, iPhone, and Android. Copy and paste the pound symbol, keyboard shortcuts, and alt codes.
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Use this page for shortcuts, alt codes, and quick copy-paste.
Quick Answer
- Mac: Option + 3
- Windows: Alt + 0163
- iPhone/Android: Press and hold currency key
How to Type Pound Symbol on Mac
On a Mac, press Option + 3 to type the pound symbol: £.
Option + 3
How to Type Pound Symbol on Windows
On Windows, hold down the Alt key and type 0163 on the numeric keypad to type the pound symbol: £.
How to Type Pound Symbol on iPhone or Android
On mobile devices, press and hold the currency key (like $) to reveal more options, then select the pound symbol £.
Pound Symbol Alt Code
Alt code: 0163
Copy and Paste Pound Symbol
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Keyboard Shortcut Summary
| Device | Shortcut or Method |
|---|---|
| Mac | Option + 3 |
| Windows | Alt + 0163 |
| iPhone / Android | Press and hold currency key |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you type the pound symbol on Windows?
Hold Alt and type 0163 on the numeric keypad to type the pound symbol: £.
How do you type the pound symbol on Mac?
Press Option + 3 to type the pound symbol on Mac.