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What does the symbol on a power button mean? How did it come about?

28 January 2025
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What does the symbol on a power button mean? How did it come about?
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In the 1950s, the universal power symbol we see on modern devices was created to represent the binary concept of on and off, using a circle and vertical line to symbolize 1 and 0. Originally used for standby mode as well, the power icon remains a recognizable symbol for toggling devices on and off. This symbol’s history and significance shed light on the design choices made for everyday icons we encounter.

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