How to Type the Cubed Symbol (³) on Keyboard (Windows, Mac, Word, Excel & Google Docs)
The cubed symbol is ³ (also called Superscript Three). People use it for things like m³, cm³, and “to the power of 3”.
In this guide, you’ll learn how to type ³ on:
- Windows (Alt code)
- Mac (Character Viewer + optional Unicode method)
- Microsoft Word / Excel / PowerPoint
- Google Docs
- Copy & paste (fastest)
- Bonus: HTML / Unicode codes (useful for websites)
Quick Answer (Fastest Methods)
- Copy & paste: ³
- Windows Alt code: Hold Alt and type 0179 on the numeric keypad
- Word shortcut: Type 00B3 then press Alt + X
- Mac: Press Control + Command + Space, search “superscript three”, insert ³
Cubed Symbol (³) Quick Reference
Symbol: ³
Name: Superscript Three (Cubed symbol)
Unicode: U+00B3
Windows Alt code: Alt + 0179
HTML (web): ³ or ³