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Unicode Character Inspector

Paste any string to inspect every Unicode code point, name, category, UTF-8 byte length, UTF-16 size, and hidden-character warning.

String Input
Code points
0
Unicode characters
UTF-8 bytes
0
Encoded byte length
UTF-16 units
0
JavaScript string length
Categories
0
Unicode category types
Flagged
0
Invisible or suspicious
Paste text to reveal each character.
Exact names are included for ASCII controls, ASCII symbols, and common invisible / typographic troublemakers. Browsers do not expose the full Unicode name database, so other characters receive descriptive fallback names.

About this tool

The Unicode Character Inspector is a free development tool. Inspect every character in pasted text with Unicode code points, names, categories, UTF-8 byte lengths, and hidden character warnings. Accepts text input in the page UI or API.

Use cases

  • Inspect every character in pasted text with Unicode code points, names, categories, UTF-8 byte lengths, and hidden character warnings.
  • Copy charset inspect output into tickets, docs, QA notes, support replies, or pull request descriptions.
  • Call /charset-inspect/api from scripts, docs, or tests when you need the same charset inspect result outside the browser.
  • Validate a quick development answer before turning it into a spreadsheet formula, command-line snippet, or one-off script.

FAQ

What is the Unicode Character Inspector used for?

Inspect every character in pasted text with Unicode code points, names, categories, UTF-8 byte lengths, and hidden character warnings. It runs directly in your browser with no account required.

How do I use the Unicode Character Inspector?

Open /charset-inspect, provide text values, and copy the generated result into your docs, tests, support notes, or debugging workflow.

Does the Unicode Character Inspector have an API?

Yes. Use /charset-inspect/api for repeatable charset inspect checks from scripts, tests, or API docs.

Who is the Unicode Character Inspector for?

The Unicode Character Inspector is useful for developers, QA teams, support teams, operators, and content teams that need reliable development output without opening a heavier application.