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Linux Compose Key Sequences (2007)

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  • #Linux
  • #Unicode
  • #Compose Key
  • The text provides a comprehensive table of compose key sequences for entering accented and non-standard characters in Linux.
  • To use these sequences, a compose key must first be set up in the Linux system.
  • Each entry in the table includes the Unicode, character, compose sequence, and a comment describing the character.
  • Examples of compose sequences include "=C" for the Euro sign (€) and "!!" for the inverted exclamation mark (¡).
  • The table covers a wide range of characters, including currency symbols, mathematical operators, and letters with various diacritics.
  • Special characters like the copyright sign (©), registered sign (®), and trade mark sign (™) are also included.
  • The compose sequences often involve combinations of letters, symbols, and punctuation marks to produce the desired character.