How to type the euro sign on your keyboard: a complete guide

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What's the euro symbol?

The euro symbol (€) is the currency sign for the euro, the official currency of the Eurozone.

Understanding how to access this symbol on your keyboard is crucial, especially if you deal with euro transactions or financial documents.

Does the euro sign come before or after the number?

The euro sign generally comes before the number, and there’s no space in between. So when you’re writing a sum of money such as 50 euros, you’d write it like this: €50.

What’s the euro abbreviation?

The euro is abbreviated to EUR.

EUR may also be used on some price lists, especially those targeted towards international customers.

How to get the euro sign on keyboard

1. Using the euro key on your keyboard

Many keyboards, especially those made for European markets, have a special euro key. This key typically features the euro symbol (€). To use it:

1. Locate the euro key: check the keyboard layout for a key labelled with the euro symbol.
2. Press the key: simply press this key to type the euro sign.

2. Keyboard shortcuts for the euro sign

If your keyboard doesn’t have a dedicated euro key, you can use keyboard shortcuts to insert the euro sign.

For Windows users

Option 1: the Alt code method: hold down the Alt key and type 0128 on the numeric keypad. Release the Alt key, and the euro symbol (€) will appear.

Option 2: using the character map:

1. Press Windows + R to open the Run dialogue
2. Type charmap and press Enter
3. Search for the euro symbol, click it, and select "Copy." You can then paste it (Ctrl + V) wherever you need

For Mac users

Option 1: using the keyboard shortcut: Press Option + Shift + 2 to insert the euro symbol (€) directly.

Using the character viewer:

1. Go to the menu bar and click on the Apple logo
2. Select System Preferences, then Keyboard
3. Enable the Show Keyboard and Emoji viewers in the menu bar option
4. Click on the viewer icon in the menu bar and select Show Emoji & Symbols. Search for “euro” to find and insert the symbol

How to get the euro symbol on different keyboard layouts

UK keyboard layout

On a UK keyboard, the euro symbol can usually be typed using the following methods:

1. Direct key access: look for the euro symbol on the 5 key. To type it, hold down the Shift key and press 5
2. Alt code method: you can also use the Alt + 0128 method mentioned earlier

Other European keyboard layouts

Depending on your keyboard layout (e.g., French, German, etc.), the euro symbol may be placed differently. Here are the common methods:

1. German keyboard: the euro sign is located on the E key. Press AltGr + E to type (€)
2. French keyboard: press AltGr + 5 for the euro sign

How to insert the euro symbol in different applications

Microsoft Word

In Microsoft Word, you can easily insert the euro symbol by going to Insert > Symbol > More Symbols, then selecting the euro symbol from the list.

Google Docs

To insert the euro sign in Google Docs, go to Insert > Special characters, and search for "euro."

Troubleshooting: euro sign not appearing

If you find that your euro sign isn't displaying correctly, it could be due to a few reasons:

• Font issues: make sure you’re using a font that supports the euro symbol, such as Arial and Times New Roman.
• Keyboard settings: check your language and keyboard settings to ensure you’re using the correct layout.

Streamlining your personal international money transfers

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