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How to type Unicode characters

On many systems, you can type Unicode characters this way:

1. Press and hold the Alt key a.k.a. Option key.

2. Type + and the Unicode character hexadecimal code, such as +241f for Unit Separator.

3. Release the Alt key a.k.a. Option key.

On Apple macOS, you may need to do a one-time setup:

1. Go to System Preferences -> Keyboard -> Input Sources.

2. Click on + button, select "Others" -> "Unicode Hex Input" and press "Add". (End of one-time)

3. Switch to the Unicode Hex Input in the menu bar.

4. Hold down the Option key and type the hexadecimal unicode value, then release the Option key.