How to write Unicode character in Microsoft Word using character's code?

Question

I am trying to write a Unicode character in Microsoft Word by using its hex code; e.g., WHITE SQUARE (◻) code 25A1? How do I do it?

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score 2 · Accepted Answer · edited Apr 05 '20 at 06:09

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Type the hex code and place the cursor next to it (or select it) and press Alt+X.

edited Apr 05 '20 at 06:09

answered Apr 05 '20 at 04:15

farooq

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