utf-8 and unicode characters

utf-8 characters

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The UTF-8 and Unicode Characters Chrome extension offers a quick and easy way to access a variety of cool UTF-8 symbols such as stars, hearts, and checkmarks for copying and pasting into your online messages. Ideal for use on modern sites supporting UTF encoding like Twitter and WordPress, this tool enhances your text with decorative characters.

Compatible primarily with modern operating systems—including Windows 7, most Linux distributions, and newer platforms—this extension guarantees a rich set of symbols, although rendering depends on your installed fonts. Additional recommended fonts are provided to expand character display. For developers and enthusiasts, the extension's source code is available on GitHub, and there's also a Firefox version for cross-browser convenience.

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By:: http://codexico.com.br/
Users:: 7,000
Rating:: 3.88

(49)
Version:: 3.1 Last updated: 2025-04-11
Creation date:: 2014-03-01
Risk:: Very low risk impact Moderate risk likelihood
Size:: 79.91KB
Email:: co*****@gmail.com
URLs:: Website
Full description:: See detailed description
Source:: Chrome Web Store
Data ingested on:: 2025-07-11

Ranking

# 11,067 ▲ 89

Other rankings

#4807 in Social Networking ▼ 24 #90 in gallery keyword 10 ▲ 3 #207 in firefox keyword 27 ▲ 19 #275 in system keyword 15 ▲ #287 in font keyword 56 ▲

User reviews

Users appreciate the extension for its extensive collection of Unicode characters useful in development and document editing, especially on Chrome and Windows. However, many find the interface clunky and lacking features like search or category management, making character selection cumbersome. Compatibility issues exist on some browsers and devices, and proper display often depends on system fonts. Overall, it's valued for its character range but could benefit from usability and feature improvements.

Pros

Provides a wide range of Unicode characters including alchemical symbols, old English letters, and cuneiform.
Useful tool for software developers and others needing special characters.
Works well on Chrome and is helpful for tasks like typing symbols into Google Docs.
Includes many characters that are rendered correctly on Windows 10 and other systems.
Simple and easy to use for accessing unusual or fun characters.

Cons

Interface is clunky and not very user-friendly, making it difficult to find specific characters.
Lacks features such as search by character name, settings for default category, and more organizational options.
Does not work or shows incorrectly on some browsers (like Vivaldi) and devices (some Chromebooks).
Requires installed fonts to properly display many characters; users need to download extra fonts for full functionality.
No direct insert buttons; users must copy and paste characters manually.

Recent reviews

I request some of you to please revise your reviews, because it is clearly written that "the extension is just a sample" at the bottom of the page. At the about section: " About *These are only a sample, it's really hard for the device to render so many fonts!* They appear depending on the fonts installed on the system, if you want more you can try to download this fonts: BabelStone Han Quivira Deja Vu Unicode Fonts for Ancient Scripts Code2000 WAZU JAPAN's Gallery of Unicode Fonts All about utf: The Unicode Consortium " Look at the line I marked with stars, and then send your new post.

Ja*****, 2022-05-31

Very useful tool for software developers...

Me*****, 2021-07-05

EXACTLY what I was looking for! Thank you!

Co*****, 2020-11-21

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utf-8 and unicode characters does not require any sensitive permissions.

Risk impact analysis details

Low This permission has no access or impact on the user's system or data, thus carrying no risk.

Risk likelihood

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utf-8 and unicode characters is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

Risk likelihood analysis details

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