How to Type ĸ (Kra) on Chromebook
The letter ĸ does not have its own key on an English keyboard, but Chromebook still makes it easy to type. Use Ctrl+Shift+U, 0138, Space, or pick one of the other methods in this guide.
ĸ on Chromebook: Ctrl+Shift+U, 0138, Space
Or copy it:
Unicode shortcut
- Press Ctrl+Shift+U. An underlined u appears.
- Type 0138.
- Press Space or Enter and ĸ appears.
The same shortcut works on most Linux desktops.
About the letter ĸ
ĸ is Unicode U+0138, named LATIN SMALL LETTER KRA. See the ĸ character page for every code and shortcut.
Troubleshooting
- Ctrl+Shift+U does not work in some Android apps on ChromeOS. Use it in Chrome and web apps.
- Make sure you type the code in lowercase or uppercase; both work, but do not include "U+".
- If nothing happens, check that an input method other than the default English one is not active.
Frequently asked questions
What is the shortcut for ĸ on Chromebook?
Ctrl+Shift+U, 0138, Space.
Can I just copy and paste ĸ?
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 ĸ?
U+0138. In HTML it is ĸ.
Related guides
- How to Type ĸ (Kra) on Windows
- How to Type ĸ (Kra) on Mac
- How to Type ĸ (Kra) on iPhone
- How to Type ĸ (Kra) on Android
- How to Type ĸ (Kra) on Microsoft Word
- How to Type ĸ (Kra) on Google Docs
- How to Type ĕ (E with breve) on Chromebook
- How to Type ĭ (I with breve) on Chromebook
- How to Type ŀ (L with middle dot) on Chromebook
- How to Type ŋ (Eng) on Chromebook