Black Star

A symbol from the Star Symbols collection. Click the symbol or the button below to copy.

Symbol: ★
Unicode: U+2605
HTML entity: ★
Category: Star Symbols

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1 of 32 in the star symbols collection

About the black star symbol

Known as the Black Star, this character is a solid, five-pointed geometric figure. It belongs to the Miscellaneous Symbols block and is categorized as a common script element. The symbol is recognized globally as a primary star shape, typically read as "star" in most contexts. In digital typography, it provides a bold alternative to the hollow star outline, often used to indicate a filled or active state in various user interfaces.

Usage of this symbol spans numerous practical applications in modern communication. It is frequently employed in rating systems, such as movie or product reviews, to signify a perfect score or a specific rank. In digital social spaces, users often utilize it as a bullet point or a decorative signifier in profile bios. Furthermore, it appears in musical notation, navigational signage, and gaming interfaces to mark achievements or highlight points of interest.

How to type Black Star

Native keyboard shortcuts for each operating system — derived from the codepoint, so the steps below are always accurate.

Windows

2 options

In Word / Outlook: type 2605 then press Alt + X.
Anywhere: press Win + . to open the emoji & symbol picker, then search.

macOS

2 options

Enable “Unicode Hex Input” in System Settings → Keyboard, then hold Option and type 2605.
Or: Control + Command + Space opens the Character Viewer — search by name.