Multiplication Sign ×

The Multiplication Sign character (×) is a standard HTML entity defined in the HTML specification. In HTML source code, it can be written using the named entity reference ×, the decimal numeric character reference ×, or the hexadecimal numeric reference ×. The character is assigned Unicode code point U+00D7 in the Universal Character Set.

The multiplication sign is the standard symbol for multiplication, displayed as an × character. It is distinct from the letter 'x' and should be used in mathematical expressions, dimensions, and resolutions. In typography, the multiplication sign is vertically centered and has appropriate spacing for mathematical context.

Mathematical HTML entities enable web authors to display proper mathematical notation without relying on images or specialized rendering libraries like MathJax or KaTeX. While complex equations and multi-line formulas may still benefit from dedicated math typesetting tools, individual symbols expressed as HTML entities render quickly, remain accessible to screen readers, and can be styled with CSS just like regular text content.

When deciding how to encode the Multiplication Sign character in your HTML documents, the named entity × is generally the most readable choice for developers reviewing or maintaining source code. The decimal form × and hexadecimal form × are equally valid alternatives that work in contexts where named entities may not be supported, or when generating HTML output programmatically from server-side code. All three representations produce identical visual output in every modern web browser.

Use the multiplication sign for mathematical expressions (3 × 4), screen resolutions (1920 × 1080), dimensions (12 × 8 cm), and scaling factors. Do not use the letter 'x' as a substitute in professional or technical content — the multiplication sign is the typographically and semantically correct character.