Backspace
BS
Non-printing control character
Unicode
U+0008
Decimal
8
HTML (numeric)
 · 
Alt code (Windows)
Alt + 8 · Alt + 08
Category
ASCII control
Related characters
FAQ — Backspace
What is the Unicode code of ␈ (Backspace)?
The Backspace character has the Unicode codepoint U+0008 (decimal 8). 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 + 8 · Alt + 08.
Which category does ␈ belong to?
Backspace is in the "ASCII control" category.