How to create and display plus-minus sign (±) in computer

How to create and display a plus-minus sign (±)

Signs or less (±) are often found in the document. Typically, this sign is included to mention the price range or number of products and goods. To write this mark, most PC users using the "Symbol" in the Microsoft Office programs, both Word and Excel. Usually, they only take once of the "Symbol" in the process of editing or typing. Furthermore, most of them living copying the mark when required in other paragraphs.
However, there were also among those who write the spelling of the sentence, ie "less is more" to save time editing.

Actually, how to write the mark quickly, without the hassle of using the "Symbol" that can be called from the menu "Insert"? By typing the "+" followed by "/" and "-" to form a "+/-" seems to be somewhat less effective for your document. Therefore, it is better you use these tips.



To make the "Less is More" on the document, you can use a shortcut. Before you type the number his number, try to use the key combination "Alt" and "0177". How, you hold the "Alt" and press "0177". For "0177" you have to type on the "Numeric" on the keyboard. Therefore, make sure the first function "Num Lock" is on. After you type the key combination, see the results. Sign "±" must have in your worksheet.