xcharmap

xcharmap is a character map utility for the X Window System. It allows users to view and select characters from installed fonts, including those with special symbols, extended Latin characters, or characters from different alphabets. The application provides a graphical interface where users can browse through available fonts and see the characters they contain.

When a user selects a character, xcharmap typically displays its Unicode codepoint and often a textual description. Users can then copy the selected character to the clipboard, making it easy to insert into other applications. This is particularly useful for tasks that require inputting characters not readily available on a standard keyboard layout, such as entering mathematical symbols, accented letters in foreign languages, or emojis.

The appearance and functionality of xcharmap can vary slightly depending on the specific X display server and desktop environment being used. However, the core purpose remains consistent: to provide a visual and accessible method for discovering and inputting a wide range of characters. It serves as a valuable tool for writers, programmers, and anyone who needs to work with diverse character sets within the X Window System environment.