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Zero Width Non-Joiner (U+200C) character Copy and Paste
The Zero Width Non-Joiner (U+200C) is an invisible Unicode character used to prevent two characters from joining together without inserting a visible space. Unlike standard spacing characters, it has no width and does not affect the visual layout of text.
This character is especially important in languages that use connected scripts, such as Arabic, Persian, Urdu, and some Indic languages. It allows writers and developers to control how characters connect while keeping the text visually clean and readable.
Attribute Table
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Unicode | U+200C |
| Hex Code | 0x200C |
| HTML Entity | |
| LaTeX | No direct command |
| CSS | \200C |
| Windows Alt Code | Alt + 8204 |
| Mac OS | Use Character Viewer or copy and paste |
Purpose
The main purpose of the Zero Width Non-Joiner is to stop character ligatures or joining behavior in scripts where letters normally connect. It is widely used in multilingual text processing, typography, and digital publishing.
Common use cases include:
- Controlling letter joining in Arabic or Persian text
- Preventing unwanted ligatures
- Formatting multilingual content
- Advanced text processing and rendering
Key Features
- Invisible control character: No visible width or gap
- Script-safe: Essential for connected writing systems
- Precise text control: Prevents unwanted joins
- Unicode standard: Supported across modern platforms