Lightning Bolt Symbol ⚡ Copy & Paste
Copy lightning bolt symbols ⚡ ϟ ↯ instantly. Includes high voltage, zigzag arrow, cloud with lightning, and electric symbols. Alt codes and Unicode for all platforms.
All Variations
Symbol Details
| Symbol | Name | Unicode | HTML |
|---|---|---|---|
| ⚡ | High Voltage | U+26A1 | — |
| ϟ | Greek Koppa | U+03DF | — |
| ↯ | Downwards Zigzag Arrow | U+21AF | — |
| 🌩 | Cloud with Lightning | U+1F329 | — |
| ⛈ | Cloud with Lightning and Rain | U+26C8 | — |
| 🔌 | Electric Plug | U+1F50C | — |
| 💡 | Light Bulb | U+1F4A1 | — |
| 🔋 | Battery | U+1F50B | — |
Usage
Lightning bolt symbols are used to represent electricity and power, speed and quick actions, danger and warning signs, flash photography, weather (thunderstorms), and energy or charging indicators.
How to Type
| Platform | Method / Code |
|---|---|
| Windows | Use the emoji picker (Win+.) and search 'lightning' or 'high voltage'. For ⚡, type 26A1 then Alt+X in Word. |
| Mac / iOS | Press Control+Command+Space to open the Character Viewer and search 'lightning' or 'high voltage'. |
| HTML Entity | Use ⚡ or ⚡ for ⚡. For the zigzag arrow ↯, use ↯ or ↯. |
| Unicode | U+26A1 (High Voltage ⚡), U+03DF (Greek Koppa ϟ), U+21AF (Downwards Zigzag Arrow ↯). |
Platform Compatibility
This symbol renders correctly on all listed platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I type a lightning bolt symbol?
On Windows, use the emoji picker (Win+.) and search 'lightning' or 'zap'. On Mac, use the Character Viewer. In Word, type 26A1 then press Alt+X. The easiest way is to copy ⚡ directly from this page.
What is the Harry Potter lightning bolt symbol?
The Greek letter Koppa ϟ (U+03DF) is often used to represent the Harry Potter lightning bolt scar. The zigzag arrow ↯ (U+21AF) is another popular choice. Neither is an official Harry Potter character, but both closely resemble the iconic scar shape.
What is the HTML code for the lightning bolt?
Use ⚡ or ⚡ for the high voltage symbol ⚡. For the zigzag arrow ↯, use ↯. You can also paste the symbols directly in UTF-8 HTML.
Is the lightning emoji the same on all platforms?
The high voltage emoji ⚡ (U+26A1) is supported on all major platforms but may appear slightly different in design. On some platforms it appears yellow, on others it may have additional styling. The text-based symbols ϟ and ↯ render more consistently.