What’s a char map?

Character map in Windows allows users to enter special characters, change their font, and search by name or Unicode grouping. An online character map can be used for complex projects, while a private font editor allows users to create unique characters. A character map is a specific character editing feature included in the Microsoft® Windows® […]

What’s a Ctrl Char?

Printed and non-printed characters are used when typing on a computer. Non-printed characters control symbol placement and include 32 control characters in ASCII, such as spacebar, tab, delete, enter, and shift. Control characters were first used with teletype machines and are now used on all devices with text input. The Unicode Consortium contains all ASCII […]

What’s a null char?

The null character, with a zero value, is used to indicate empty, undefined or uninitialized variables, classes or pointers. It was originally used to communicate with peripheral hardware and is now used to save memory space and initialize new variables. A null character in computer programming is a character with a zero value. It is […]

What’s Char Kway Teow?

Char kway teow is a popular Southeast Asian dish made with stir-fried rice strips, soy sauce, seafood, and bean sprouts. It originated from the Teochew people in southern China and was created by migrants who improvised with available ingredients. It is high in calories and cholesterol, but healthier versions exist. The Singaporean version is sweeter […]

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