Alt Codes & Keyboard Shortcuts
Registered Trademark Shortcut
Marks a registered trade mark.
®
- Windows
- Alt + 0174
- Mac
- Option + R
- Unicode
- U+00AE
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About this entry
What it is
Marks a registered trade mark.
Brand names in formal documents.
Copy & use
How to copy and use registered trademark shortcut
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Copy the complete value
Use the copy button above so the value is captured without its label, description or surrounding page text.
- 02
Paste it where you need it
Brand names in formal documents.
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Check the final result
Windows Alt codes may require a numeric keypad and Num Lock. Laptop keyboards, browser fields and regional layouts can behave differently, so copying is the dependable fallback.
What it is for
When to reach for ®
The registered sign marks a trademark registered with the relevant authority. Using it for an unregistered mark misrepresents its status in several jurisdictions.
Getting the shortcut to work
The Windows code needs the numeric keypad with Num Lock on — the number row above the letters will not work. On a laptop without a keypad, use the copy button above or Windows Character Map.
Easily confused
Characters that look like ®
These are separate characters. They may look almost identical on screen, but they sort, search and compare differently.
Trademark
Claims a mark without registration behind it. This is the one to use while an application is pending.
Copyright
Covers creative works rather than brand names.
Common questions
Using registered trademark shortcut
What is registered trademark shortcut?
Marks a registered trade mark. Brand names in formal documents.
How do I type Registered Trademark Shortcut without copying it?
On Windows: Alt + 0174. On macOS: Option + R. Windows Alt codes need the numeric keypad with Num Lock on, so laptops without one are usually quicker to serve by the copy button above.
Will registered trademark shortcut work everywhere?
Windows Alt codes may require a numeric keypad and Num Lock. Laptop keyboards, browser fields and regional layouts can behave differently, so copying is the dependable fallback.
Can I customise registered trademark shortcut after copying?
You can add a short label, repeat compatible symbols or trim the design to fit. Keep important spaces, line breaks and uncommon Unicode characters intact while editing.
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