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If you're using a laptop purchased in Australia, you might find that your keyboard has a $ sign instead of the pound symbol. To make a pound sign on an Australian keyboard, you can change your keyboard layout in the OS language settings to UK input or US International. Alternatively, you can use keyboard shortcuts such as Shift + 3 or Alt + 0163.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Windows PC or laptop | Hold Shift and press 3 |
| Windows with numeric keypad | Hold Alt and type 0163 |
| Mac | Hold Shift (or Option on US keyboards) and press 3 |
| iPad | Type a $ sign to generate a £ sign if region settings are set to UK English |
| Firefox | Use an extension like Zombie Keys |
| Australian keyboard with no keypad | Change keyboard layout in OS language settings to US International and press Right Alt + Shift + 4 |
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What You'll Learn
Use the UK keyboard layout
If you want to use the UK keyboard layout on an Australian keyboard, you can change your keyboard settings. However, this may cause some of the keys to switch, which may not be desirable.
To change your keyboard layout to UK on Windows 10, go to the Control Panel, then Clock, Language and Region, then Keyboards and Languages, then Change Keyboards, and finally, Add. You can also use the shortcut to the left of the clock in the Notification area and choose UK.
Once you have changed your settings to the UK keyboard layout, you can simply press Shift+3 to generate the £ symbol.
If you are using a Mac, the keyboard shortcut is to hold down Shift (or Option on US keyboards) and press the number 3.
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Use the Alt code
If you're using a Windows PC or laptop, you can use the Alt code to type the pound symbol. This method requires you to have a numeric keypad on the right side of your keyboard. First, make sure the Num Lock key is turned on so you can use the numeric keypad. Then, press and hold the Alt key and, while holding it, type the code "0163" on the numeric keypad. Finally, release the Alt key, and the pound symbol (£) should appear.
If you're using a Mac, the process is slightly different. To type the pound symbol on a Mac, hold down the Shift key (or Option key on US keyboards) and, while holding it, press the number 3 key.
It's worth noting that some keyboards may not have the pound symbol (£) available by default. In such cases, you may need to change your keyboard layout or language settings. For example, on a Windows PC, you can add the UK keyboard layout by going to Control Panel > Clock, Language and Region > Keyboards and Languages > Change Keyboards > Add. On a Mac, you can change the keyboard layout in the System Preferences.
Additionally, if you're using a laptop purchased in Australia, changing the input layout to UK may result in some keys being switched, which can be inconvenient. In this case, you can use third-party software like SharpKeys to redefine the keys and assign the pound symbol to a specific key combination. Alternatively, you can use the "cheating" way by finding the pound symbol in another document or webpage, copying it, and pasting it wherever you need it.
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Copy and paste the symbol
If you're using an Australian keyboard, you might not be able to type the £ symbol. However, you can easily copy and paste the symbol from another source.
First, find the symbol you need in another document or on a web page. Highlight the symbol using your mouse, then press Ctrl+C to copy it. Alternatively, you can use an online tool such as a character map to copy the symbol.
Next, go to the app or web page where you need the £ sign. Place your cursor in the correct spot and press Ctrl+V to paste the symbol.
Another option is to use a Text Replacement tool. This allows you to quickly type the symbol without worrying about regional settings. For example, you can set a shortcut like $$ for £, so that whenever you type two $ signs, a £ symbol appears.
You can also use the Symbol tool in word processors like Word. Click on the Insert tab of the Ribbon or use the Insert menu, and you should find the pound sign among the symbols. Simply click on it, and it will appear wherever your cursor is.
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Use a different keyboard layout
If you're using a Windows PC or laptop, you can change the keyboard layout in your OS language settings to US International and press Right Alt + Shift + 4 to type the pound symbol. Alternatively, you can keep the US keyboard layout and map a shortcut in the Power Toys Keyboard Manager for the pound symbol, allowing you to use a simple shortcut such as Alt + 3.
If you're using a Mac, you can use the keyboard shortcut by holding down Shift (or Option on US keyboards) and pressing the number 3.
If you're using Windows and your keyboard has a numeric keypad, you can simply hold the Alt key and type the four-digit code 0163 on the numeric keypad.
If you're using an iPad with a hardware keyboard, you can set your region settings to UK English to type the pound symbol. Alternatively, you can use the Text Replacement tool to quickly type the symbol without worrying about regional settings.
If you want to keep the Australian keyboard layout on your Windows PC, you can use a tool like SharpKeys to redefine the key you want to use for the pound symbol.
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Use the Text Replacement tool
If you're using an Australian keyboard on an Apple iPad, you can use the Text Replacement tool to quickly type the pound symbol without worrying about regional settings. Here's how you can set it up:
- Go to the Text Replacement settings on your iPad.
- Tap the + sign to add a new replacement.
- Enter the pound symbol (£) as your Phrase.
- Create a shortcut for the pound symbol. For example, you could use $$ as the shortcut for the pound symbol (£).
- Now, whenever you type the shortcut, it will be automatically replaced with the pound symbol.
This method allows you to customise the shortcut according to your preference, making it a convenient way to type the pound symbol on an Australian keyboard.
Additionally, if you're using a Windows PC or a Mac, you can use the keyboard shortcut by holding down the Shift key and then pressing the number 3. This method should work on most standard keyboards.
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Frequently asked questions
Press and hold the Alt key on your keyboard and type 0163 on the number pad. Let go of the Alt key, and the pound symbol (£) should appear.
Hold down Shift (or Option on US keyboards) and press the number 3.
If your region settings are set to UK English, typing a $ sign should generate a £ sign.
Find the symbol you need in another document or on a web page and copy and paste it.
