How to Type ŋ (Eng) on Google Docs
Need ŋ on Google Docs for a name, an address or a word in another language? You do not have to copy it from a website every time. The fastest method is Insert → Special characters, and there are a few backups below for when that one is not available.
ŋ on Google Docs: Insert → Special characters
Ŋ on Google Docs: Insert → Special characters
Or copy it:
Method 1: Special characters menu
- Click Insert → Special characters.
- Type "eng" or the code 014B in the search box, or draw the letter in the box.
- Click ŋ to insert it.
Method 2: Use your computer's shortcut
Docs accepts whatever your operating system types. On Windows use the Win+. symbols panel; on a Mac use Unicode Hex Input (hold Option and type 014B); on a Chromebook press Ctrl+Shift+U, type 014B and press Space.
Method 3: Automatic substitution
- Go to Tools → Preferences → Substitutions.
- Add a shortcut such as nnn in the left column and paste ŋ in the right.
- Click OK. Typing the shortcut and a space now inserts ŋ.
How to type the capital Ŋ
The uppercase form works the same way with Shift added where a letter is typed.
Special characters menu
- Click Insert → Special characters.
- Type "capital eng" or the code 014A in the search box, or draw the letter in the box.
- Click Ŋ to insert it.
Use your computer's shortcut
Docs accepts whatever your operating system types. On Windows use the Win+. symbols panel; on a Mac use Unicode Hex Input (hold Option and type 014A); on a Chromebook press Ctrl+Shift+U, type 014A and press Space.
About the letter ŋ
ŋ is Unicode U+014B, named LATIN SMALL LETTER ENG. See the ŋ character page for every code and shortcut.
Troubleshooting
- Docs substitutions only work in Docs, not in Sheets or Slides.
- If drawing in Special characters gives the wrong match, search by name instead.
- Keyboard shortcuts from your computer still work in Docs, so use whichever you know.
Frequently asked questions
What is the shortcut for ŋ on Google Docs?
Insert → Special characters.
Can I just copy and paste ŋ?
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 ŋ?
U+014B. In HTML it is ŋ.