How to Type ı (Dotless i) on LaTeX

Published June 2, 2026, 2 min read

ı is Dotless i, a letter used in Turkish. On LaTeX, the quickest way to get it is \i. This guide covers every method that works, including the capital and fixes for common problems.

ı on LaTeX: \i

Or copy it:

Method 1: LaTeX command

Write \i in text mode. Load \usepackage[T1]{fontenc} for correct hyphenation and copy-paste from the PDF.

Method 2: Type the character directly

Since 2018 pdfLaTeX reads UTF-8 by default, so you can paste ı into your source. On Overleaf, set the compiler in Menu → Compiler.

About the letter ı

ı is Unicode U+0131, named LATIN SMALL LETTER DOTLESS I. It is used in Turkish. See the ı character page for every code and shortcut.

Troubleshooting

Accents on i and j need the dotless forms \i and \j in old LaTeX; modern LaTeX handles this automatically.
If the letter is missing in the PDF, the font lacks it. Switch to XeLaTeX or LuaLaTeX with a broader font.
Wrap commands in braces when the next character is a letter: \'{e}x, not \'ex.

Frequently asked questions

What is the shortcut for ı on LaTeX?

\i.

Can I just copy and paste ı?

Yes. Click the copy button above, then paste with Ctrl+V on Windows and Chromebook, Cmd+V on a Mac, or touch and hold and choose Paste on a phone.

What is the Unicode code for ı?

U+0131. In HTML it is ı.

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