Description:
GNOME Character Map, based on the Unicode Character Database
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Type: Formula
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Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Developer tools
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Tags:
unicode
gnome
character-map
i18n
development
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Install:
brew install gucharmap
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About:
Gucharmap is a robust Unicode character map utility that enables users to browse, search, and insert characters from the Unicode character set. It provides a graphical interface to view character details such as code points, names, and Unicode blocks. This tool is essential for developers and linguists working with international text and special symbols.
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Key Features:
- Browse characters by Unicode block and category
- Search for characters by name or code point
- View detailed character information and properties
- Copy characters to clipboard for easy insertion
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Use Cases:
- Finding and copying special Unicode symbols for documentation
- Identifying and validating characters for software internationalization (i18n)
- Exploring Unicode blocks for font development or research
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Alternatives:
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charmap
– A simpler, often pre-installed utility on some Linux desktops, but lacks the advanced search and detailed character information of Gucharmap.
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kcharselect
– The KDE equivalent, offering similar functionality but with a Qt-based interface that integrates better with the KDE Plasma desktop environment.
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