How do you type a hash (#)?
On UK QWERTY the hash has its own key, next to Enter. On US QWERTY and US-International it is Shift + 3. On a UK Mac it is Option + 3.
It is also called the hashtag, number sign or pound sign in the US.
The keys on each keyboard
Belgian AZERTY (Windows)
- #
- AltGr+"(3)
Belgian AZERTY (Mac)
- #
- Shift+@
US QWERTY
- #
- Shift+3
US International
- #
- Shift+3
UK QWERTY (Windows)
- #
- #
UK QWERTY (Mac)
- #
- Option+3
Try it on your own keyboard
With an Alt code
On Windows with a numeric keypad: hold Alt, type 35 on the numeric keypad and let go of Alt. Then # appears.
Frequently asked questions
Why does Shift + 3 give £ on my keyboard?
On UK QWERTY the pound sign sits on Shift + 3. The hash has its own key there, next to Enter.
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