Start of Text
STX
Non-printing control character
Unicode
U+0002
Decimal
2
HTML (numeric)
 · 
Alt code (Windows)
Alt + 2 · Alt + 02
Category
ASCII control
Related characters
FAQ — Start of Text
What is the Unicode code of ␂ (Start of Text)?
The Start of Text character has the Unicode codepoint U+0002 (decimal 2). Its HTML form is  (decimal) /  (hex).
How do I type ␂ with an alt code?
This is a control character and is not usually typed directly. Its code is Alt + 2 · Alt + 02.
Which category does ␂ belong to?
Start of Text is in the "ASCII control" category.