The character "⋮". An ellipsis (three dots) vertically aligned. It is sometimes used to communicate the continuation of a list vertically as opposed to horizontally.
- What does the icon with 3 dots mean?
- How do you type 3 vertical dots?
- What are the 3 dots called in Windows?
- What are the 3 horizontal dots called on a menu?
What does the icon with 3 dots mean?
Of course, in general use, three horizontal dots is known as an ellipsis and is primarily used to represent “the omission from speech or writing of a word or words that are superfluous or able to be understood from contextual clues” (dictionary.com).
How do you type 3 vertical dots?
Simply hold down the Alt Key and type 8942. When you lift the Alt Key, ⋮ appears. ("Num Lock" must be on.)
What are the 3 dots called in Windows?
When used as a menu in software, three vertical dots are known as a kebab menu. If the three dots are horizontal, it's known as a meatballs menu.
What are the 3 horizontal dots called on a menu?
Those characters are called horizontal ellipsis and vertical ellipsis.