Enye (Ñ/ñ): Copy the Letter and Type It on Any Keyboard
Need the letter enye? Copy uppercase Ñ or lowercase ñ here, or follow the device-specific steps for Windows PCs, laptops, Mac, Android and iPhone. This guide also explains when an Alt code needs a numeric keypad and what to try when it does not work.
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What Is the Enye Letter?
The Enye is the letter Ñ in uppercase and ñ in lowercase. It is a distinct letter used prominently in Spanish and also appears in Filipino writing, names and place names.
If you are writing Spanish, using the correct letter matters. For example, año, niño and mañana contain ñ and should not normally be written with a plain n.
Because many English keyboard layouts do not have Ñ as a dedicated key, people commonly search for ways to type enye, copy enye, find an enye keyboard shortcut, or enter the character using an Alt code.
Using enye in Filipino names and writing
In the Philippines, you may encounter Ñ and ñ in personal names, family names, place names and words with Spanish-language history. The correct character matters when you enter a name in a school, work, travel or government form: use the spelling shown on the person’s own document rather than replacing Ñ with N.
Examples you may recognize include Peñafrancia, Iñigo and Muñoz. These are examples of names, not a rule that every similar-looking name uses enye. If you are unsure, check the person’s preferred or official spelling.
Capital or small? Use Ñ at the start of a name or sentence when capitalization calls for it; use ñ within a lowercase word. The two characters are different Unicode characters, so copy the one you need.
How to Type Ñ on Windows
If you are using a Windows desktop keyboard with a dedicated numeric keypad, the traditional Alt-code method is one of the quickest ways to enter Ñ or ñ.
| Character | Windows Alt Code | Unicode |
|---|---|---|
| ñ | Alt + 164 | U+00F1 |
| Ñ | Alt + 165 | U+00D1 |
Type lowercase ñ on Windows
- Make sure Num Lock is enabled.
- Place the cursor where you want the letter.
- Hold down the Alt key.
- Type 164 using the numeric keypad.
- Release Alt.
The result should be ñ.
Type uppercase Ñ on Windows
- Make sure Num Lock is enabled.
- Place the cursor in the text field.
- Hold down Alt.
- Type 165 using the numeric keypad.
- Release Alt.
The result should be Ñ.
How to Type Ñ on a Windows Laptop Without Numpad
Compact laptops often do not include a dedicated numeric keypad. This makes the traditional Alt-code method inconvenient or unavailable depending on the keyboard.
If you only need Ñ occasionally, copying the character is usually the fastest solution.
For a dedicated keyboard-focused explanation, see our guide to typing Ñ without a Numpad.
Windows also includes character and symbol tools that can help when you regularly need special characters.
How to Type Ñ on Mac
macOS provides a simple keyboard shortcut for accented characters.
Lowercase ñ
- Press Option + N.
- Release both keys.
- Press N.
The result is ñ.
Uppercase Ñ
- Press Option + N.
- Release both keys.
- Press Shift + N.
The result is Ñ.
How to Type Ñ on iPhone and iPad
On the standard iPhone or iPad keyboard, you generally do not need a separate shortcut.
- Open an app where you can type.
- Tap the text field.
- Press and hold the N key.
- Wait for the accented-character choices to appear.
- Move your finger to ñ or Ñ.
- Release your finger.
The available characters can vary according to the keyboard and language settings installed on the device.
How to Type Ñ on Android
Many Android keyboards provide accented characters through a long-press gesture.
- Open a text field to display the keyboard.
- Press and hold N or n.
- Wait for the alternate characters to appear.
- Select Ñ or ñ.
- Release your finger.
If your keyboard does not show Ñ, you can copy the character instead.
How to Type Ñ in Microsoft Word
Microsoft Word accepts Ñ and ñ as normal Unicode characters. On Windows, you can use the numeric-keypad Alt codes directly inside a Word document.
Uppercase Ñ → Alt + 165
You can also use Word's symbol tools if you prefer selecting the character from a menu instead of using a keyboard shortcut.
How to Type Ñ in Google Docs
Google Docs supports Ñ and ñ as Unicode text. You can therefore use your operating system's keyboard method or copy the character and paste it into your document.
How to Type Ñ With a Spanish Keyboard
If you frequently write Spanish, changing your keyboard layout to a Spanish keyboard can make accented characters much easier to enter. The exact key arrangement depends on whether you use a Spanish, Latin American or another keyboard layout.
For occasional use, switching keyboard layouts may be unnecessary. A direct copy method or the keyboard shortcut available on your device can be faster.
Ñ and ñ Unicode Codes
Unicode assigns a unique code point to each character so that modern computers, browsers and applications can represent the character consistently.
| Character | Unicode | HTML Entity |
|---|---|---|
| Ñ | U+00D1 | Ñ |
| ñ | U+00F1 | ñ |
If you are working with HTML, the entities Ñ and ñ can be used to represent the two characters in HTML source.
Common Spanish Words That Use Ñ
The letter appears in many everyday Spanish words. Here are some examples:
- niño — boy / child
- niña — girl
- mañana — tomorrow / morning
- año — year
- España — Spain
- señor — Mr. / sir
- baño — bathroom
- piña — pineapple
- pequeño — small / little
- montaña — mountain
Replacing Ñ with N can produce an incorrect spelling, so using the proper character is important when writing Spanish names, words and sentences.
Why Can't I Type Ñ With Alt + 165?
If Alt + 165 does not work, the most common issue is that the numbers are being entered from the number row instead of a dedicated numeric keypad.
Other possible causes include Num Lock being disabled, a different keyboard configuration, or the application handling keyboard input differently.
Quick troubleshooting
- Check that Num Lock is enabled.
- Use the numeric keypad rather than the number row.
- Try the shortcut inside a normal text editor.
- Check your Windows keyboard layout.
- If you only need the character once, copy Ñ or ñ instead.
Which Enye Method Should You Use?
| Device or situation | Recommended method |
|---|---|
| Windows desktop with Numpad | Alt + 164 / Alt + 165 |
| Windows laptop without Numpad | Character tools or copy Ñ / ñ |
| Mac | Option + N, then N |
| iPhone / iPad | Long-press N |
| Android | Long-press N |
| Microsoft Word | Use the operating-system method |
| Google Docs | Keyboard method or copy and paste |
| Occasional use | Copy Ñ or ñ |
| Frequent Spanish writing | Consider a Spanish keyboard layout |
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How do I type Ñ on a Windows keyboard?
With a Windows keyboard that has a numeric keypad, turn on Num Lock, hold Alt and type 165 for uppercase Ñ or 164 for lowercase ñ.
How do I type Ñ on a laptop without a number pad?
Traditional Windows Alt codes are inconvenient without a dedicated numeric keypad. You can use Windows character tools or copy Ñ and ñ directly.
How do I type ñ on a Mac?
Press Option + N, release the keys, and then press N. For uppercase Ñ, use Shift + N for the final letter.
How do I type Ñ on an iPhone?
Press and hold the N key on the iPhone keyboard, then select Ñ or ñ from the accented-character choices.
How do I type Ñ on Android?
On many Android keyboards, press and hold N or n and select Ñ or ñ from the alternate characters.
What is the Unicode for Ñ?
Uppercase Ñ is U+00D1 and lowercase ñ is U+00F1.
Can I copy Ñ and paste it into Word or Google Docs?
Yes. Ñ and ñ are Unicode characters and can normally be copied and pasted into Word, Google Docs, email, websites and other modern applications.
Is Ñ the same as N?
No. Ñ is a distinct letter. In Spanish, it is part of the spelling of many words and names, so replacing it with a plain N can change the spelling.