Alt Codes & Keyboard Shortcuts
Trademark Shortcut
The unregistered trademark mark, claiming a name without a registration behind it.
™
- Windows
- Alt + 0153
- Mac
- Option + 2
- Unicode
- U+2122
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About this entry
What it is
The unregistered trademark mark, claiming a name without a registration behind it.
Product names and brand copy where ® would not be accurate.
Copy & use
How to copy and use trademark shortcut
- 01
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
Product names and brand copy where ® would not be accurate.
- 03
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 trademark sign claims a mark without a registration behind it. It is the correct choice while an application is pending or where no registration exists.
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.
Registered trademark
Requires an actual registration. Using it without one is a misrepresentation in several jurisdictions.
Service mark
The equivalent for services rather than goods, mostly used in the United States.
Common questions
Using trademark shortcut
What is trademark shortcut?
The unregistered trademark mark, claiming a name without a registration behind it. Product names and brand copy where ® would not be accurate.
How do I type Trademark Shortcut without copying it?
On Windows: Alt + 0153. On macOS: Option + 2. 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 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 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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