A Simple Guide to Writing the Copyright Symbol on Different Operating Systems

In the digital age, protecting intellectual property is more important than ever.

Whether you're an artist, writer, or content creator, knowing how to properly use and display the copyright symbol is crucial for safeguarding your work.

This article will guide you through the simple steps of inserting the copyright symbol on different operating systems, both on your personal computer (PC) and on mobile devices.

How to insert the copyright symbol on your personal computer

How to insert the copyright symbol varies depending on your operating system. Here's how to do it on the different systems people commonly use:

How to make the copyright symbol on a Windows computer

1. Using the keyboard shortcut:

• Place your cursor where you want the copyright symbol to appear.
• Press and hold the "Alt" key.
• While holding "Alt," type "0169" on the numeric keypad.
• Release the "Alt" key, and the copyright symbol (©) will appear.

2. Using the character map:

• Open the Start menu and type "Character Map" in the search bar.
• Click on the Character Map app to open it.
• In the Character Map window, locate the copyright symbol (©).
• Click on the symbol, then click the "Select" button, followed by the "Copy" button.
• Go to your document and paste the symbol (Ctrl + V) where you need it.

3. Using Microsoft Word:

• In a Word document, place your cursor where you want the copyright symbol.
• Go to the "Insert" tab on the ribbon.
• Click on "Symbol," then “More Symbols.”
• In the Symbol dialog box, select the © symbol and click "Insert."

How to make the copyright symbol on Mac

Inserting the copyright symbol on a Mac is straightforward and can be done quickly using a few simple methods. Here's how you can do it:

1. Using the keyboard shortcut:

• Place your cursor where you want the copyright symbol to appear.
• Press and hold the "Option" key (also known as the "Alt" key).
• While holding the "Option" key, press the "G" key.
• Release both keys, and the copyright symbol (©) will appear.

2. Using the character viewer:

• Place your cursor where you want the copyright symbol to appear.
• Press "Control + Command + Space" to open the Character Viewer.
• In the search bar, type "copyright" to find the symbol quickly.
• Double-click on the copyright symbol (©) to insert it into your document.

3. Using Microsoft Word on Mac:

• In a Word document, place your cursor where you want the copyright symbol.
• Go to the "Insert" menu and select "Symbol" or “Advanced Symbol.”
• In the Symbol dialog box, locate the copyright symbol (©) and click "Insert."

How to make the copyright symbol on Linux

1. Using the keyboard shortcut:

• Place your cursor where you want the copyright symbol to appear.
• Press "Ctrl + Shift + U" to enter Unicode input mode.
• Type "00A9" (the Unicode for the copyright symbol) and press “Enter.”
• The copyright symbol (©) will appear.

2. Using the character map:

• Open the Character Map application. You can find it in your system's application menu or by searching for “Character Map.”
• Search for the copyright symbol (©) in the Character Map window.
• Select the symbol and click the "Copy" button.
• Go to your document and paste the symbol (Ctrl + V) where you need it.

3. Using the compose key:

• Configure a compose key if you haven't already. This can usually be done in your system settings under keyboard or input settings.
• Once configured, place your cursor where you want the copyright symbol to appear.
• Press the compose key, then type "O" followed by “C.”
• The copyright symbol (©) will appear.

Inserting the copyright symbol is a crucial element of protecting yourself from copyright infringement. Read all about infringement in our guide “Unveiling the Secrets of Copyright Infringement.”

How to insert the copyright symbol on your mobile device

If you're on a mobile device, read on to learn how to make the copyright symbol on your phone or tablet:

How to make the copyright symbol on Android

Inserting the copyright symbol on an Android device is simple and can be done in a few different ways, depending on your keyboard. Here are the most common methods:

1. Using the default Android keyboard (Gboard):

• Open the app where you want to insert the copyright symbol (e.g., messaging, notes, email).
• Tap the text field to bring up the keyboard.
• Tap the "?123" key to switch to the number and symbol keyboard.
• Tap the "= \ < "key to access additional symbols.
• Find and tap the copyright symbol (©) to insert it.

2. Using an alternative keyboard app:

If you're using a different keyboard app (such as SwiftKey, Samsung Keyboard, etc.), the process is similar:

• Open the app and tap the text field to bring up the keyboard.
• Switch to the symbols or special characters keyboard by tapping the appropriate key (often "?123" or a similar icon).
• Look for the copyright symbol (©) and tap it to insert.

3. Using voice input:

• Open the app and tap the text field to bring up the keyboard.
• Tap the microphone icon to activate voice input.
• Say "copyright symbol" clearly.
• The keyboard should insert the © symbol based on your voice command.

How to make the copyright symbol on iOS

Inserting the copyright symbol on an iOS device is straightforward and can be done using the built-in keyboard. Here are the steps:

1. Using the default iOS keyboard:

• Open the app where you want to insert the copyright symbol (e.g., Messages, Notes, Mail).
• Tap the text field to bring up the keyboard.
• Tap the "123" key to switch to the number and symbol keyboard.
• Tap the "#+=" key to access more symbols.
• Find and tap the copyright symbol (©) to insert it.

2. Using text replacement:

• Go to "Settings" on your iOS device.
• Tap "General," then "Keyboard," and then “Text Replacement.”
• Tap the "+" in the top-right corner.
• In the "Phrase" field, paste or type the copyright symbol (©).
• In the "Shortcut" field, type a shortcut like “cpr.”
• Tap “Save.”
• Now, when you type "cpr," the keyboard automatically replaces it with the © symbol.

3. Using voice input:

• Open the app and tap the text field to bring up the keyboard.
• Tap the microphone icon on the keyboard to activate voice input.
• Clearly say “copyright symbol.”
• The keyboard should insert the © symbol based on your voice command.

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Understanding how to insert the copyright symbol on various devices is crucial in protecting your intellectual property.

Whether using Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, or iOS, marking your work with the © symbol signifies your ownership and rights.

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