⋯
Math Operator 236
- Unicode
- U+22EF
- Category
- Math
- HTML Entity
- ⋯
- CSS
- \22EF
The Midline Horizontal Ellipsis (⋯) is a mathematical and typographical symbol used to indicate the continuation of a pattern, sequence, or matrix. Unlike a standard ellipsis that rests on the text baseline, this symbol floats at the vertical center of the line, visually balancing it between operational signs like pluses or equals. While primarily essential in math equations, it is also frequently used in modern UI design to represent expandable menus, loading states, or hidden content.
How to Type
- Windows
- Type 22EF then press Alt+X, or Win+. and search 'ellipsis'
- macOS
- Control+Command+Space then search 'midline horizontal ellipsis'
- Linux
- Ctrl+Shift+U then type 22EF and press Enter
- HTML
- ⋯ or ⋯
In Programming
In mathematical typesetting languages like LaTeX, this symbol is generated using the '\cdots' command to represent an ongoing series of operations (e.g., x + y + ⋯ + z). Developers also use it in UI components as a precise, vertically-centered 'more options' indicator.
Tags
U+22EF
UI ellipsis
\cdots
cdots
cdots LaTeX
continuation
continuation dots
horizontal ellipsis variant
loading indicator
math ellipsis
mathematics
menu dots
mid dots
midline dots
midline ellipsis
midline horizontal ellipsis
sequence
sequence continuation
three dots horizontal