Cross mark

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About the ❌ Cross mark emoji

The ❌ Cross mark emoji is part of the Symbols category and the other symbol group on DBEmoji. Shortcodes such as :x:, :×:, and :cancel: resolve to this emoji on platforms like Slack, Discord, and GitHub.

Cross mark (Unicode codepoint U+274C) symbols entry: Cross mark.. Cross mark (❌) is part of the Symbols family and renders consistently across modern emoji platforms. ❌ is a symbol — semantic and compact, ideal for UI labels, lists, and quick callouts. ❌ occupies codepoint U+274C in the Unicode emoji block. Coverage started with Unicode 6.0; iOS adopted the glyph in 6.0. Typing `:x:` or `:×:` or `:cancel:` in chat apps usually expands to ❌. The glyph renders mostly in red, which puts it inside the matching color filter. Tag-wise it sits alongside animal, math, cross, religion, and cancel emojis. One tap on ❌ is all it takes — the glyph copies straight to your clipboard.

When to use ❌ Cross mark

• Showcasing pet photos, zoo trips, and wildlife sightings
• Tagging adoption posts, vet updates, and animal facts
• Pairing with heart emojis for cute reaction comments
• Adding visual context to social posts, chats, and captions

Combinations and pairings

• Pair ❌ with animal-themed, math-themed, and cross-themed emojis to reinforce the same vibe in one message.
• Lead a caption with ❌ for a quick visual hook, or close a sentence with it as a reaction.

How to copy the ❌ Cross mark emoji

1. 1Open the emoji page. Visit the Cross mark emoji page on DBEmoji to see the character, codepoint, and meaning side by side.
2. 2Tap Copy emoji. Click the "Copy emoji" button. The ❌ character is placed on your clipboard instantly — no signup, no download.
3. 3Paste anywhere. Paste into any chat app, social network, document, or text field that supports Unicode. The emoji renders using the platform's native style.

Frequently asked questions

What does the ❌ Cross mark emoji mean?

Cross mark (❌) is part of the Symbols family and renders consistently across modern emoji platforms. ❌ is a symbol — semantic and compact, ideal for UI labels, lists, and quick callouts. ❌ occupies codepoint U+274C in the Unicode emoji block. Coverage started with Unicode 6.0; iOS adopted the glyph in 6.0. Typing `:x:` or `:×:` or `:cancel:` in chat apps usually expands to ❌. The glyph renders mostly in red, which puts it inside the matching color filter. Tag-wise it sits alongside animal, math, cross, religion, and cancel emojis. One tap on ❌ is all it takes — the glyph copies straight to your clipboard.

What is the Unicode codepoint for Cross mark?

The ❌ Cross mark emoji is encoded as U+274C (hex 274C). It belongs to the Other Symbol group inside Symbols.

How do I copy the ❌ emoji?

Open this page and click "Copy emoji". The ❌ character is copied to your clipboard so you can paste it into any app that supports Unicode emojis.

Does Cross mark have shortcodes?

Yes. Common shortcodes include :x:, :×:, :cancel:, and :cross:. Platforms like Slack, Discord, and GitHub render these as the ❌ emoji automatically.