🖲️ Trackball
U+1F5B2-U+FE0F🖲️ Meaning & Usage
This symbol depicts a trackball, which is essentially a pointing device consisting of a ball held by a socket containing sensors to detect a rotation of the ball. Unlike a standard mouse, the device remains stationary, and the user rolls the ball with their thumb, fingers, or palm to move the cursor on the screen. You often see this icon in technical documentation, older computer manuals, or discussions about ergonomic office equipment because it helps prevent repetitive strain injuries. While it might seem like a relic of the past to some, many graphic designers and gamers still prefer this precise control method over traditional mice.
Usage Examples
"Old programmers are still using it 🖲️ A trackball is said to be the most wrist friendly."
"Old programmers are still using it 🖲️ A trackball is said to be the most wrist friendly."
"Old programmers are still using it 🖲️ A trackball is said to be the most wrist friendly."
Technical Info
U+1F5B2-U+FE0F🖲-u+fe0f;\1f5b2-u+fe0f\u{1f5b2-u+fe0f}Code Preview
<span class="symbol-trackball">🖲️</span> <!-- Unicode: U+1F5B2-U+FE0F --> <!-- Name: Trackball -->
Keyboard Shortcuts
Alt + 1F5B2Type 1F5B2 then press Option + EnterCtrl + Shift + U, type 1F5B2, EnterQuick Actions
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🖲️ Meaning & Usage
This symbol depicts a trackball, which is essentially a pointing device consisting of a ball held by a socket containing sensors to detect a rotation of the ball. Unlike a standard mouse, the device remains stationary, and the user rolls the ball with their thumb, fingers, or palm to move the cursor on the screen. You often see this icon in technical documentation, older computer manuals, or discussions about ergonomic office equipment because it helps prevent repetitive strain injuries. While it might seem like a relic of the past to some, many graphic designers and gamers still prefer this precise control method over traditional mice.
Usage Examples
"Old programmers are still using it 🖲️ A trackball is said to be the most wrist friendly."
"Old programmers are still using it 🖲️ A trackball is said to be the most wrist friendly."
"Old programmers are still using it 🖲️ A trackball is said to be the most wrist friendly."
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How do I copy the Trackball symbol?
Simply click the Copy Symbol button on this page to copy 🖲️ to your clipboard, then paste it anywhere.
What Unicode code point does Trackball have?
The Unicode code point for Trackball isU+1F5B2-U+FE0F. For HTML use 🖲-u+fe0f;, for CSS use \1f5b2-u+fe0f.
What block does Trackball belong to?
Trackball belongs to the Miscellaneous Symbols and Pictographs block.
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