How to Type a Heart Symbol in Windows

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This wikiHow teaches you how to type a heart (♥) symbol in Windows applications.

Method 1
Method 1 of 2:

On Keyboards With Numeric Keypads

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  1. Step 1 Click on the location where you want to insert the heart.
  2. Step 2 Press Alt.
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  3. Step 3 Press 3 on the numeric keypad.
    A heart (♥) symbol will appear where you placed the cursor.
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Method 2
Method 2 of 2:

On Keyboards Without Numeric Keypads

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  1. Step 1 Click on the location where you want to insert the heart.
  2. Step 2 Press NumLock.
    It's usually in the upper-right part of the keyboard.
  3. Step 3 Press Alt.
  4. Step 4 Press the small 3 on the virtual keypad.
    It's usually on or near the J, K, or L keys. A heart (♥) symbol will appear where you placed the cursor.[1]
    • Even if the keys are unlabeled, the keypad will still work when Num Lock is on.[2]
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    Press the Control + Command + Space keys to open the character finder. You will find the heart there.
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References

  1. ↑ https://pc.net/helpcenter/answers/how_to_type_a_heart_symbol
  2. ↑ http://www.dummies.com/computers/pcs/the-hidden-numeric-keypad-on-your-laptop/

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