Before we share these tips, it’s good to clarify that these hidden symbols can be accessed using Google’s own Gboard keyboard app, the default keyboard for the Google Pixel lineup and phones ...

Samsung Keyboard and Google Gboard are popular keyboard apps ... comma, enter button, and symbol key at the bottom. Above the keys is the toolbar with shortcuts to useful extra features.

Operating systems often borrow from each other, and it seems Google’s Gboard is bringing on a beloved iOS keyboard feature that lets users “flick” keys to select numbers and symbols.

Still, there are many more! If you use special characters often, consider familiarizing yourself with these shortcut symbols ...