Windows
2 options- In Word / Outlook: type 2709 then press Alt + X.
- Anywhere: press Win + . to open the emoji & symbol picker, then search.
Envelope
A symbol from the Tech & UI collection. Click the symbol or the button below to copy.
- Symbol
- ✉
- Unicode
- U+2709
- HTML entity
- ✉
- Category
- Tech & UI
Export
Download Envelope as a vector SVG or a raster PNG.
SVG uses the system font stack — open in any vector editor and convert to outlines if needed. PNGs have a transparent background.
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About the envelope symbol
Representing a classic folded letter, the Envelope symbol is a standard graphic found within the Dingbats block. It is typically read as mail or message and serves as a universal pictogram for physical and electronic correspondence. While categorized under Common script, its design remains consistent across various digital platforms, appearing as a rectangular icon with a triangular flap.
Users frequently encounter this character in Tech and UI contexts to signify an inbox or a contact option. In digital communication and social posts, it often precedes an email address or denotes a private message. Additionally, the symbol appears on signage and printed business cards to indicate mailing instructions or to highlight professional contact information in typography.
How to type Envelope
Native keyboard shortcuts for each operating system — derived from the codepoint, so the steps below are always accurate.
macOS
2 options- Enable “Unicode Hex Input” in System Settings → Keyboard, then hold Option and type 2709.
- Or: Control + Command + Space opens the Character Viewer — search by name.
Linux
1 step- Press Ctrl + Shift + U, type 2709, then press Enter or Space.
Copy in every format
Every form of this character — for HTML, CSS, JavaScript, URLs and more. Click any value to copy.
Text vs emoji presentation
This codepoint has two standardized presentations. Append U+FE0E to force the monochrome text form, or U+FE0F to force the colorful emoji form. Default presentation: text.
Part of the Dingbats block
✉ envelope lives inside the Dingbats Unicode block. Browse every indexed character in Dingbats →
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