hyphenate-character
Sets the character used when a word is broken at the end of a line. While usually a hyphen (-), you can change it to something else (like an arrow or a different symbol).
Quick example
p {
/* Uses a specific character for hyphenation */
hyphenate-character: '\2010';
}Quick facts
Initial value
autoInherited
Yes
Applies to
all elements
Animation type
discrete
Values
auto hyphenate-character Browser Support
Newly available Since 2023 92% global usage
Since 2023 this feature works across the latest devices and browser versions. This feature might not work in older devices or browsers.
Works in all modern browsers. May need a fallback for older browsers.
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