The middle dot · (U+00B7), also called the interpunct, is used in Catalan, in dictionaries, and as a stylish separator. Here's how to type it everywhere.
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Windows
Hold Alt and type 0183 on the numeric keypad. Alt + 250 also works in many classic apps. In Word, type 00B7 then press Alt + X.
Mac
Press Option + Shift + 9. (Option + 8 gives the bigger bullet • instead.)
iPhone
The middle dot isn't on the standard iOS keyboard. Copy it from this page once, then save it as a Text Replacement (Settings → General → Keyboard → Text Replacement) with a shortcut like mdot. If you add the Catalan keyboard, holding L may offer l·l.
Android
On Gboard tap ?123 → =\< and look for ·, or long-press the bullet •. Samsung Keyboard: !#1 → page 2.
Linux and HTML
Linux: Ctrl + Shift + U, type b7, press Enter.
HTML: · or ·. CSS: content: "\00B7";
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Questions
What is the middle dot used for?
As a word separator (A · B), in Catalan spelling (l·l), in dictionaries to show syllables, and in some math notation.
Is · the same as the bullet?
No. • is the bullet, bigger and meant for lists. · is the smaller middle dot.
What is the Alt code for the middle dot?
Alt + 0183 on the numeric keypad (Windows).