Unicode 3164: Name, Functionality, Encodings, and Uses of Hangul Filler

Unicode 3164: Name, Functionality, Encodings, and Uses of Hangul Filler

Hangul Filler

U+3164

What is Meant by Unicode 3164 (ㅤ)?

Unicode 3164 is known as Hangul Filler, a (ㅤ) character used to introduce 8-byte Hangul composition sequences. In such a sequence, Hangul Filler stands in for an absent element (usually an empty final).

Let’s Explore the Unicode’s Hangul Composition 

Unicode uses its own system (with its own, differently employed filler symbols) to build Hangul. Still, it incorporates the Wansung code Hangul Filler for round-trip compatibility in the Hangul Compatibility Jamo block.

Key Points of Unicode 3164 (ㅤ)

  • Unicode Version: The unicode version of Unicode 3164 (ㅤ) is 1.1. Hangul filler was released in June 1993.
  • Category of ㅤ: Hangul filler is categorized in the following Unicode standards
    • Unicode Block: Hangul Compatibility Jamo, U+3130 – U+318F
    • General Category: Other Letter (Lo)
    • Bidirectional Class: Left to Right (L)
    • Combining Class: Not Reordered (0)
  • Appearance: Hangul filler unicode 3164 appears blank in most text fields but differs from a regular space (U+0020).

UTF Encoding Breakdowns of U 3164 (ㅤ)

Hangul Filler is following UTF-8, UTF-16, UTF-32 encodings which are explained below:

  • UTF-8 Encoding: Unicode 3164 (11000101100100 in binary) is encoded as (E3 85 A4) in UTF-8. It uses 3 bytes to show.
  • UTF-16 Encoding: U 3164 (Hangul Filler) is directly represented as 3164 in UTF-16. It uses 2 bytes to show ㅤ.
  • UTF-32 Encoding:  It shows as 0000FFFC since UTF-32 always uses 4 bytes.

ShortCodes of Hangul Filler

Hangul Filler can be used by shortcodes that are explained below:

  • Unicode: The Unicode shortcode for Hangul Filler is U+3164.
  • HTML Code: The HTML entity code for Unicode 3164 is ㅤ.
  • HEX Code: The hexadecimal representation of "" is ㅤ.
  • CSS Code: In CSS, the Hangul Filler can be represented using \3164.

Uses of Hangul Filler (U+3164)

  • Korean Text Processing: It is a placeholder in Korean text processing. Some Korean input methods temporarily use U+3164 before finalizing a syllable.
  • Invisible Username (Game + Social Media): Hangul Filler can create blank usernames in many Gaming, Social Media, and messaging apps. It works (to create an invisible username) due to the filtration of regular space on those applications. 

Where to Copy Hangul Filler(ㅤ)?

There are many ways to copy Unicode 3164 (ㅤ), but the easiest way to copy hangul filler is through our wide range of invisible Unicode character table lists. Just click this link to copy the hangul filler (ㅤ). You can also copy this highlighted text ().

FAQ

1. What is the Unicode of hangul filler?

The Unicode of the Hangul filler is U+3164. It has no direct keyboard shortcut, but you can copy it online. So, use our invisible text tool to copy paste the U+3164 (ㅤ).

2. How do I type U+3164 on Macbook?

Typing U+3164 (Hangul Filler, ㅤ) on a MacBook is tricky a bit because it’s an invisible character, but you can write it using this way:

  • Open System Settings → Keyboard → Input Sources.
  • Click + and add Unicode Hex Input.
  • Switch to Unicode Hex Input (Click the language icon in the menu bar).
  • Hold Option and type 3164.
  • Now, release the Option key, and the hangul filler  will be inserted.

3. How do I insert Unicode 3164 in HTML?

You can add Hangul Filler in HTML by using its HTML or Hex code. You can copy the shortcodes that are mentioned above and paste to insert them in your HTML code. 

For Instance:

  • Directly in HTML

Code: <p>(&#12644;) This text has a Hangul filler.</p>

In Plaintext: (ㅤ) This text has a Hangul filler.

  • Using CSS

Code: <style>

.hangul-filler::before {

content: "\3164"; /* Unicode U+3164 */

}

</style>

<p class="hangul-filler">This text has a Unicode 3164.</p>

In Plaintext: This text has a Unicode 3164.

  • Using JS

Code: <script>
  document.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded", function() {
    document.getElementById("text").innerHTML = "\u3164" + "This text has a Unicode U+3164.";
  });
</script>

<p id="text"></p>

In Plaintext: This text has a Unicode U+3164.