Typing a Degree Symbol on Android Devices

Android devices offer multiple ways to type the degree symbol, though the exact method depends on your keyboard app. Google's Gboard (the default keyboard on most Android devices) makes it easy to access the degree symbol through the symbols page.

This guide covers methods for Gboard, Samsung Keyboard, and other popular Android keyboards. All methods work on Android 15 and earlier versions, tested on devices like Pixel 9 and Galaxy S25.

Long-Press Alternative: Some Android keyboards show a superscript zero (⁰) when you long-press the 0 key. While visually similar, this is not the true degree symbol. Always use the symbols page for the correct degree symbol (°).

Voice Typing: Gboard's voice typing feature can automatically insert the degree symbol. Simply say "25 degrees" in voice mode, and Gboard converts it to "25°" automatically.

If you can't find the degree symbol in your keyboard, try switching to a different keyboard app. Go to Settings > System > Keyboard and select Gboard or another keyboard that supports symbols.

Update Gboard: Make sure you're using the latest version of Gboard from the Google Play Store, as older versions may have limited symbol support.

For devices running custom ROMs or modified Android versions, symbol access may vary. In such cases, use the copy-paste fallback method or install Gboard from the Play Store.

If you're using a physical Bluetooth keyboard with your Android device, you can use the Windows Alt code method: Alt + 0176 to type the degree symbol.

Method 1: Gboard (Google Keyboard) – Symbols Page

1. Tap any text field to open Gboard.
2. Tap the ?123 button to switch to the numbers and symbols keyboard.
3. Tap the =\< button (or > on some layouts) to access advanced symbols.
4. Find and tap the degree symbol (°) in the symbols grid.
5. The degree symbol is inserted at your cursor position.
6. Example: Type "25", then access symbols and tap ° → 25°.

Method 2: Samsung Keyboard

1. Open any text field to activate Samsung Keyboard.
2. Tap the !#1 button (usually in the bottom-left corner).
3. Swipe through the symbol pages until you find the degree symbol (°).
4. It's typically located in the second row of symbols.
5. Tap the degree symbol to insert it.

Method 3: Text Correction and Shortcuts

1. Open Settings > System > Languages & Input > Virtual Keyboard > Gboard > Dictionary > Personal Dictionary.
2. Select your language (e.g., English).
3. Tap the + button to add a new entry.
4. In the "Word" field, enter deg.
5. In the "Shortcut" field, enter the degree symbol (°) or paste it.
6. Save the entry.
7. Now, when you type "deg", Gboard suggests the degree symbol.

Method 4: Voice Typing

• Activate Gboard voice typing by tapping the microphone icon.
• Say "25 degrees" clearly into your device.
• Gboard automatically converts it to "25°" and inserts it into your text.
• Note: Voice typing works best in quiet environments with clear pronunciation.

Troubleshooting