In spreadsheets, there is a difference between typing the symbol for display and calculating a value.
This works instantly in Pages, Notes, Word for Mac, and any web browser. 3. Microsoft Word and Google Docs how to type square root on keyboard
| Platform | Shortcut / Method | | :--- | :--- | | | Alt + 251 (keypad) or \sqrt in Word ( Alt + = ) | | Mac | Option + V | | Linux | Ctrl + Shift + U → 221A → Space | | Chromebook | Ctrl + Shift + U → 221A → Space | | iOS/Android | Hold 2 on the number keyboard | | HTML | √ | In spreadsheets, there is a difference between typing
To provide users with quick, platform-specific methods for inserting the square root symbol (√) without using external software. Microsoft Word and Google Docs | Platform |