How do I type the registered trademark symbol on a Mac?
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TheAppleCore • January 31, 2026 at 3:07am
I am writing a document and need to insert the registered trademark symbol next to a brand name. What's the shortcut to type it?
Answers
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iClarified • January 31, 2026 at 4:07am
To type the registered trademark symbol (®) on a Mac, press the Option + R keys on your keyboard. This system-wide shortcut works in all macOS applications, including Safari, Pages, and Microsoft Word.
1. Position your cursor where you want the symbol to appear.
2. Hold down the Option key.
3. Press the letter R key.
4. Release both keys to insert the registered trademark symbol (®).
You can also use the Emoji & Symbols viewer:
1. Press Control + Command + Space to open the Character Viewer.
2. Type 'registered' in the search bar.
3. Double-click the ® symbol to insert it.
1. Position your cursor where you want the symbol to appear.
2. Hold down the Option key.
3. Press the letter R key.
4. Release both keys to insert the registered trademark symbol (®).
You can also use the Emoji & Symbols viewer:
1. Press Control + Command + Space to open the Character Viewer.
2. Type 'registered' in the search bar.
3. Double-click the ® symbol to insert it.