how to insert symbol in a table

[JEMMERICH]

i need to put a degree and plus minus symbol in a table, but typing %pm doenst work. can it be done?

 

[donyoung]

Hi

use Alt-Key and key in the digits by using the numeric keypad:

Alt+0176 = Degree
Alt+0177 = plus/minus

dy

 

[Schipperus]

These ALT-codes show up in your character table. Highlight the symbol you want, at the bottom of the window the ALT-code will show.

IJsbrand

 

[beachcomber]

Another useful one is
Alt+0216 = Diameter

bc