Where is the “No” sign on a laptop keyboard and how to put it: all the ways

You are trying to enter a number character (№) in a document or message, but can't find it on your laptop keyboard? This problem is familiar to many - especially owners of compact devices, where manufacturers save space by removing rarely used characters. Unlike stationary keyboards, where № often placed on a separate key next to Enter, on laptops it has to be entered through combinations or alternative methods.

In this article we will look at all possible ways put a number sign - from standard keyboard shortcuts to hidden functions of Windows and macOS. You will learn how to enter № on keyboards of different brands (ASUS, Lenovo, HP, Acer), what to do if it doesn’t work NumLock, and how to add a symbol to AutoCorrect so you no longer have to search for it manually. And for those who often work with texts, we have prepared hotkey table for other rare symbols.

1. Standard method: Alt + code key combination

The most versatile input method № - use ALT codes. It works on any Windows laptop, regardless of keyboard layout and model. Here's how to do it:

1. Make sure it's turned on NumLock (on most laptops the indicator lights up on the key NumLk or in the upper right corner).
2. Hold down the key Alt (left or right, it doesn’t matter).
3. On the numeric keypad (right) enter the code 8470.
4. Let go Alt - a symbol will appear №.

If you don't have a separate numeric keypad (like on netbooks or ultrabooks), use Fn keys for NumPad emulation. Usually the numbers are duplicated on the keys J, K, L, U, I, O, 7, 8, 9. For example, to enter 8470 click:

Fn + Alt + 8 (J) → 4 (U) → 7 (I) → 0 (M)

⚠️ Attention: If after pressing Alt + 8470 does not appear №, and another character (for example, ‰), check the keyboard layout - it should be Russian. In the English layout, this code will give the ppm sign.

2. Where to look for the “No” sign on different laptops

Manufacturers sometimes post № on the keyboard in non-obvious places. Here's where to look for it on popular models:

If your model is not in the table, inspect the keys for a small symbol № in the lower right corner. Most often it hides on one of these keys:

• 🔢 3 (top number row)
• 🔤 ; or : (next to L)
• 🔼 \ or / (above Enter)
• 🔟 NumLock (if there is a number pad)

3. Entering the “No” character on MacBook and macOS

On keyboards MacBook The number sign is not physically present, but it can be entered in two ways:

1. Via keyboard shortcut:
   • Switch to Russian layout (flag 🇷🇺 in the bar menu).
   • Click Option (Alt) + ;.
2. Via the Symbols Panel:
   • Click Control + Command + Space.
   • Enter “number” in the search bar.
   • Double click on №to paste it.

⚠️ Attention: If after pressing Option + ; symbol appears … (ellipses), it means you have it turned on English layout. Switch to Russian (Command + Space).

4. How to insert “No.” without a keyboard: 3 alternative methods

If your keyboard is faulty or you're working on a tablet, try these methods:

• 📋 Clipboard: Copy the symbol № from this article and paste it in the right place (Ctrl + V).
• 🔍 Windows character table:
  1. Click Win + . (dot) or Win + ; (semicolon).
  2. Enter “number” in the search.
  3. Click on № to insert.

On laptops with touch screens (for example, Microsoft Surface or Lenovo Yoga) you can use the Windows virtual keyboard: click on the keyboard icon in the taskbar → select Russian language → hold the key Shift or &123 to access symbols.

5. Why I can’t enter “No.” and how to fix it

If none of the methods work, check these points:

If the problem persists, try reset keyboard settings:

1. Open Settings → Devices → Keyboard (Windows) or System Preferences → Keyboard (macOS).
2. Click "Reset all settings" or delete the current layout and add it again.
3. Restart your laptop.

6. How to add “No.” to AutoCorrect so you don’t have to look for it every time

If you often have to enter a number sign, set up automatic replacement short code per character. This will work in most text editors and instant messengers.

On Windows 10/11:

1. Open Settings → Devices → Input → Advanced keyboard settings → Text suggestions.
2. Enable the "Show text suggestions as you type" option.
3. Click "Add Text Sentence" and enter:
   • Abbreviation: ## or nom
   • Phrase: №

On MacBook:

1. Open System Preferences → Keyboard → Text.
2. Click + and add:
   • Replacement: ##
   • On: №

In Microsoft Word/Excel:

1. Go to File -> Options -> Spelling -> AutoCorrect Options.
2. In the Replace field, enter ##, in the “On” field - №.
3. Click Add.

7. Other useful symbols: ALT code table

If you often need rare symbols, save this table or print it:

⚠️ Attention: ALT codes only work with numeric keypad (NumPad). If you try to enter a code on the top row of numbers (above the letters), the symbol will not appear. For laptops without NumPad use Fn-keys as described in the first section.

Frequently Asked Questions

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