Balance scale ⚖️

Quick answer

⚖️ Balance scale is an emoji in the Objects category, under “Tools”. People also find it by searching balance, justice, Libra, scale, scales, tool.

Tap the emoji to copy it, then paste it anywhere.

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Key facts

Category
Objects
Subgroup
Tools
Unicode
U+2696 U+FE0F
Emoji version
Emoji 1.0
Year added
2015
Shortcode
:balance_scale:

Balance scale ⚖️: Meaning

⚖️ Balance scale is an emoji in the Objects category, under “Tools”. It became part of the emoji standard with Emoji 1.0 in 2015.

People also find it by searching balance, justice, Libra, scale, scales, tool.

How to use ⚖️ Balance scale

Tool emojis show hammers, wrenches, and gear, for repairs, building, and fixing problems.

Example messages

  • Fixing the shelf today ⚖️
  • Bug fixed ⚖️

Codes for developers

Copy emoji⚖️
UnicodeU+2696 U+FE0F
HTML (hex)⚖️
HTML (decimal)⚖️
CSS\2696 \FE0F
JavaScript\u{2696}\u{FE0F}
JavaScript (UTF-16)\u2696\uFE0F
Python\U00002696\U0000FE0F
URL%E2%9A%96%EF%B8%8F
GitHub:balance_scale:
Slack / Discord:scales:

Technical details

Type
Single character with emoji presentation selector
Code points
2
UTF-16
2
UTF-8
6 bytes
⚖U+2696Balance scale
·U+FE0FVariation selector-16 (emoji style)

History and device support

⚖️ was added to the emoji standard in Emoji 1.0 (2015). Emoji 1.0 (2015) brought the five skin tone modifiers and new faces such as the upside-down face.

It is supported on practically every phone, tablet, and computer in use today, including iPhone, Android, Windows, and Mac. Each platform draws it in its own style, so it can look slightly different on Apple, Google, Microsoft, Samsung, and WhatsApp.

How to type it

  • WindowsPress Windows + . (period) and search “balance scale”.
  • MacPress Control + Command + Space and search “balance scale”.
  • iPhone · AndroidOpen the emoji keyboard and search “balance scale”.

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Questions and answers

What does the ⚖️ Balance scale emoji mean?

⚖️ Balance scale is an emoji in the Objects category, under “Tools”. People also find it by searching balance, justice, Libra, scale, scales, tool.

How do I copy and paste the Balance scale emoji?

Tap or click the large ⚖️ at the top of this page to copy it, then paste it with Ctrl+V, Cmd+V, or a long press.

How do I type the Balance scale emoji on a computer?

Press Windows + . (period) and search “balance scale”. Press Control + Command + Space and search “balance scale”. Open the emoji keyboard and search “balance scale”.

When was the Balance scale emoji added?

The Balance scale emoji was added with Emoji 1.0 in 2015.

What is the Unicode for ⚖️?

The Balance scale emoji is U+2696 U+FE0F in Unicode. In HTML, write ⚖️.

Which category is the Balance scale emoji in?

⚖️ Balance scale is in the Objects category, in the “Tools” subgroup, together with 27 other emojis.

Which emojis are similar to ⚖️?

Emojis similar to ⚖️ Balance scale include 🪍 Net with handle, 🔨 Hammer, 🪓 Axe, ⛏️ Pick.

What is the Balance scale emoji called in other languages?

In other languages it is called Balanza (Español), Balance à poids (Français), Waage (Deutsch), तराजू (हिन्दी), ميزان (العربية), 天秤 (日本語).

How many characters is the ⚖️ emoji?

⚖️ is made of 2 Unicode code point(s). It counts as 2 characters in X (Twitter) and JavaScript, and takes 6 bytes in UTF-8.

What is the official name of ⚖️?

Its official Unicode CLDR short name is “balance scale”. Screen readers read this name aloud, and emoji keyboards use it for search.

What words are associated with ⚖️?

Its official keywords are balance, justice, Libra, scale, scales, tool, weight, zodiac. Typing any of them in an emoji keyboard search usually finds ⚖️.

Can I use ⚖️ on Instagram, WhatsApp, and TikTok?

Yes. ⚖️ is a standard Unicode emoji, so it works in posts, comments, bios, and messages on Instagram, WhatsApp, TikTok, Facebook, X, Snapchat, and Discord.

Does ⚖️ look the same on every phone?

No. It is the same character with the same meaning, but Apple and Google draw it differently, so it may look a little different to the person you send it to.

What is the shortcode for Balance scale?

In apps like Slack, Discord, and GitHub, type :balance_scale: to insert ⚖️.

Does ⚖️ work on iPhone and Android?

Yes. It has been part of the emoji standard since Emoji 1.0 (2015), so all current iPhones, Android phones, Windows, and Mac computers support it.

Can I download the Balance scale emoji as PNG or SVG?

Yes. Use the download box on this page to save ⚖️ in Twemoji, Noto, or OpenMoji style as PNG, WebP, or SVG, from 32 to 1024 pixels.

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