Superscript & Subscript Numbers
Easily copy and paste Unicode superscript and subscript numbers for math, science, chemistry, and creative text. Click any symbol to copy it instantly!
Superscript Numbers
⁰
¹
²
³
⁴
⁵
⁶
⁷
⁸
⁹
⁺
⁻
⁼
⁽
⁾
Subscript Numbers
₀
₁
₂
₃
₄
₅
₆
₇
₈
₉
₊
₋
₌
₍
₎
How to Use Superscript & Subscript Numbers
- Click any number or symbol to copy it to your clipboard.
- Paste into documents, social media, math/science notes, or anywhere you want!
- Combine numbers for exponents (e.g., x², 10⁸) or chemical formulas (e.g., H₂O, CO₂).
Unicode Superscript & Subscript Table
| Type | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Superscript | ⁰ | ¹ | ² | ³ | ⁴ | ⁵ | ⁶ | ⁷ | ⁸ | ⁹ |
| Subscript | ₀ | ₁ | ₂ | ₃ | ₄ | ₅ | ₆ | ₇ | ₈ | ₉ |
What are Superscript and Subscript Numbers?
Superscript numbers are small characters that appear higher than the normal text line (like exponents), while subscript numbers appear lower than the normal text line (like in chemical formulas).
Common Uses for Superscript Numbers
- Mathematical Exponents: x², y³, 10⁶ (million), 10⁹ (billion)
- Ordinal Numbers: 1ˢᵗ, 2ⁿᵈ, 3ʳᵈ, 4ᵗʰ (though these use additional characters not included in this set)
- Powers and Scientific Notation: 3.2×10⁵
- Footnotes and References: Text reference¹, Note²
- Temperature Degrees: 25°C (though ° is a separate symbol)
- Square/Cubic Units: m², km², m³, cm³
Common Uses for Subscript Numbers
- Chemical Formulas: H₂O (water), CO₂ (carbon dioxide), O₂ (oxygen)
- Mathematical Notation: Variables with indices like x₁, x₂, x₃
- Scientific Notation: Variables with multiple indices like Cᵢⱼ
- Chemical Isotopes: ¹⁴C, ²³⁵U (using both super and subscript)
Technical Information
- Unicode Blocks: Superscript numbers come from the "Superscripts and Subscripts" block (U+2070–U+209F).
- Compatibility: These characters are part of Unicode, but not all fonts include them. Most modern systems support them.
- Alternatives: In HTML, you can also use <sup> and <sub> tags when these characters aren't available.
- Input Methods: Besides copying and pasting, some systems allow input via Unicode codes (e.g., Alt codes on Windows).
Practical Examples
| Use Case | Example | Characters Used |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Formula | H₂O | ₂ |
| Mathematical Equation | a² + b² = c² | ² |
| Scientific Notation | 6.022×10²³ | ²³ |
| Variable Indices | x₁ + x₂ + x₃ = 0 | ₁, ₂, ₃ |
| Temperature | 10⁻² °C | ⁻² |
Tips for Using These Symbols
- Readability: Use sparingly in social media posts to ensure readability across devices.
- Combinations: Mix superscript and subscript numbers for complex notation like ²⁰Ne₁₀ (an isotope).
- Accessibility: When using in published content, ensure there are alternative ways to access the information for screen readers.
- Font Support: Not all fonts or devices support these characters. If a symbol doesn't appear correctly, try a different font or device.
How to Copy & Use Our Superscript and Subscript Symbols
- Browse & Choose: Explore the sections above to find your desired number or symbol.
- Click to Copy: Click any symbol to copy it to your clipboard instantly.
- Paste Anywhere: Paste into any text field, document, or app that supports Unicode.