Check marks are among the most universally understood symbols in human communication. A tick next to something means it is done, approved, correct, or confirmed. A cross next to something means the opposite. These associations are so deeply ingrained that a well-placed check mark symbol can communicate more efficiently than several words of explanation.
Unicode includes a surprisingly wide variety of check mark and tick symbols, from the classic simple tick to heavy check marks, ballot boxes, circled check marks, and cross marks. This guide lists all of them with their names and codes so you can find and copy exactly the right one for your purpose.
The Most Common Check Mark Symbols
Basic Check Mark and Tick Symbols
| Symbol | Name | Unicode | Best Used For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✓ | Check Mark | U+2713 | Simple lists, verification, notes |
| ✔ | Heavy Check Mark | U+2714 | Bold confirmation, emphasis |
| ✅ | White Heavy Check Mark | U+2705 | Social media, task completion |
| ☑ | Ballot Box with Check | U+2611 | Checklists, forms, structured lists |
| ☒ | Ballot Box with X | U+2612 | Rejected items, forms, structured lists |
| ☐ | Ballot Box | U+2610 | Empty checkbox, to-do lists |
| ✗ | Ballot X | U+2717 | Wrong, rejected, cross out |
| ✘ | Heavy Ballot X | U+2718 | Strong rejection, bold cross |
Circled and Boxed Check Marks
Enclosed Check Marks
| Symbol | Name | Unicode | Best Used For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ⊕ | Circled Plus | U+2295 | Add items, optional selections |
| ⊗ | Circled Times | U+2297 | Remove items, disabled options |
| ⊘ | Circled Division Slash | U+2298 | Not available, blocked |
| 🔲 | Black Square Button | U+1F532 | Unchecked options, to-do |
| 🔳 | White Square Button | U+1F533 | Alternative empty checkbox |
Cross and X Mark Symbols
Cross and X Symbols
| Symbol | Name | Unicode | Best Used For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✕ | Multiplication X | U+2715 | Light cross, delete, cancel |
| ✖ | Heavy Multiplication X | U+2716 | Bold delete, strong cancel |
| ❌ | Cross Mark | U+274C | Social media, error, wrong answer |
| ❎ | Negative Squared Cross Mark | U+274E | Rejected, not done |
| ✗ | Ballot X | U+2717 | Wrong answer, list elimination |
| ✘ | Heavy Ballot X | U+2718 | Strong rejection |
| × | Multiplication Sign | U+00D7 | Math, dimensions, cancel |
Creative Ways to Use Check Mark Symbols
Task List in Social Media Bio
✔ Based in Mumbai
✔ Posting daily
✗ Taking brand deals
Using check marks and cross marks in a bio creates a clear, scannable list that communicates a lot of information in very few characters.
Product or Service Features
✅ Handmade quality
✅ Returns accepted
✅ DM to order
For business pages and marketplace listings, check mark symbols quickly communicate key selling points in a format that is easy to read at a glance.
Checklist in Notes or Notion
☑ Write first draft
☐ Edit and revise
☐ Publish article
In note-taking apps that do not have built-in checkbox features, ballot box symbols create a clean visual checklist using just Unicode characters.
Check Mark vs Tick Mark - Is There a Difference
The terms check mark and tick mark refer to the same symbol. In American English, the symbol is called a check mark. In British English and many other varieties of English, the same symbol is called a tick or tick mark. Both terms describe the same Unicode characters listed in this guide.
The variation you choose depends on personal preference and the visual weight you need. The simple check mark ✓ is lighter and more delicate. The heavy check mark ✔ is bolder and more prominent. The white heavy check mark ✅ is a colorful emoji version that is very visible but may render differently across platforms. For maximum consistency and typographic elegance, the plain Unicode ✓ or ✔ are the best choices.
Where Check Mark Symbols Work Best
Check mark symbols are extremely useful in Instagram and TikTok bios where you want to list your key qualities, services, or features in a compact format. A bio structured with ✔ at the start of each line reads more easily than one written as a paragraph.
In WhatsApp and Telegram group messages, a check mark symbol next to a task or item quickly signals that something is done or confirmed without needing to write a whole sentence. It is a useful shorthand in busy group chats.
For note-taking in apps like Notion, Apple Notes, or Google Keep, ballot box symbols ☐ and ☑ create visual checklists in apps that do not have built-in checkbox features. Paste the empty box ☐ at the start of each task and replace it with the checked version ☑ when done.
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Open Symbols LibraryFrequently Asked Questions
What is the Unicode for a simple check mark?
The simple check mark ✓ is Unicode U+2713. The heavy version ✔ is U+2714. Both are widely supported across all modern devices and platforms and can be copied and pasted anywhere text is accepted.
Does the check mark symbol work on Instagram?
Yes. Both the plain check mark ✓ and the heavy check mark ✔ work perfectly in Instagram bios and captions. The emoji check mark ✅ also works but renders as a colorful emoji rather than a text character, which may look different on different devices.
How do I type a check mark on a keyboard?
There is no dedicated check mark key on standard keyboards. The easiest method is to copy the symbol from a source like Textaura's symbol library and paste it wherever you need it. On Windows, you can also insert it using the Character Map application or by typing the Unicode code in some applications. On Mac, the emoji and symbols viewer accessed with Control Command Space includes check mark symbols.
What is the difference between ✓ and ✅?
The ✓ symbol is a plain Unicode text character that renders in the color of the surrounding text. The ✅ is a colored emoji that renders as a green check mark image. The text version ✓ is more typographically consistent across platforms, while the emoji ✅ is more visually prominent and colorful but may look different on iPhone versus Android.