DEGREE SYMBOL

3The degree symbol is a small circle that is used when noting the value of a temperature in Fahrenheit or Celsius, etc.

For example, 98° F (for Fahrenheit) = 36.666° C (Celsius)

It is also used to represent the degrees of arc pertaining to a circle or an angle, with 360° being a full-circle, 90° a quarter-circle, 180° a half-circle, etc.

To type a degree symbol on your computer:

Windows – Hold down the ALT key, type 248, then release the ALT key

Mac – Hold down the OPTION key, sometimes marked ALT, and type a zero

If this doesn’t work, copy and paste this degree symbol: °