Circled Digit Two Symbol

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

Number Symbols collection

Symbol: ②
Unicode: U+2461
HTML entity: ②
Category: Number Symbols

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About the circled digit two symbol

The character is commonly read as "two" or "number two" and is typically spoken as "circled two" when its form needs to be distinguished from the plain digit. It appears in ordered lists, outlines, or step-by-step instructions where a visual marker helps separate items, and it is also used in East Asian contexts for indicating a second choice or level in a sequence. The enclosed design makes it stand out from standard numerals, particularly in signage, bulletins, or printed forms where space is limited.

How to type Circled Digit Two

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 2461 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 2461.
Or: Control + Command + Space opens the Character Viewer — search by name.