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How to Type the “Does Not Equal” Sign [Excel, Mac, Word]
Below you will find how to write a not equal symbol
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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The does not equal sign (≠)is a mathematical symbol. Sometimes users might need to type the does not equal sign-in documents. However, there isn’t a key for that symbol on standard keyboards. So, some users might wonder how they can enter does not equal in their documents.
In today’s guide, we will explore this subject, covering different ways to use the does not equal sign (≠). Read on for more details.
How can I enter and use the Does Not Equal sign?
Insert the Does Not Equal Sign from Character Map
Windows includes a Character Map from which you can select and copy various symbols. Therefore, you are able to insert any sign you desire from it, without having to type it yourself.
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Press the Windows key + Shotkey to search for the Character Map.
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EnterCharacter Mapin theType here to searchbox.
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Click on the result forCharacter Mapto open it.
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SelectAdvanced viewto open further options.
5. Enternot equalin theSearch forbox.
- Click theSelectbutton.
7. Press theCopybutton.
8. Open the document you need to add the does not equal sign to.
9. Then press the Ctrl + Vhotkeyto paste the does not equal sign into the document.
How to Insert the Does Not Equal Sign on a keyboard using a shortcut
Alternatively, you can Google the does not equal sign and then copy it over where you want to.
How to type Does Not Equal sign on Mac?
Mac users can enter the does not equal sign-in documents without copying it.Apple keyboardsinclude an Option key users can press in combination with others to type symbols and characters in documents. Press theOption key + =Mac hotkey to enter the does not equal symbol in documents.
Select the does not equal symbol in Word
Where is the Not Equal To operator in Excel?
Excel users can enter the does not equal sign intospreadsheet cellswith any of the above methods. However, entering does not equal signs forMicrosoft Excelfunctions is not the same. For that, users need to input the <> operator for does not equal within the function bar.
As an example, select an Excel spreadsheet cell to include the does not equal function. Then click in the function bar, enter=7<>9in the bar, and press Return. The function’s cell will then display TRUE as shown directly below.
However, the does not equal function’s cell will display FALSE if its values are the same. Enter=9<>9in the function bar instead, and press the Return key. Then the function’s cell output will be FALSE as in the snapshot directly below.
As you can see, there are a few different ways you can enter the does not equal sign into a word processor or spreadsheet document.
If you found this information useful don’t hesitate to share your experience with us by using the comment section below.
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Matthew Adams
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Matthew is a freelancer who has produced a variety of articles on various topics related to technology. His main focus is the Windows OS and all the things surrounding it.
He is passionate about the tech world, always staying up-to-date with the latest and greatest. With an analytical view, he likes problem-solving, focusing on errors and their causes.
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