U+0061 + U+0072 + U+0067 + U+0020 + U+006D + U+0069 + U+006E\operatorname*{arg\,min}arg minarg min<mo>arg min</mo>Semantic identity and intent
Characters to distinguish
- ≂ — Minus Tilde Relation
- ≄ — Not Asymptotically Equal To
- ≇ — Not Congruent To
Use arg min in the right format
Meaning and usage
Denotes the input values at which an objective function reaches its minimum.
Write the optimization domain and constraints explicitly so the returned object is understood as an argument rather than the objective value.
Pronunciation: arg min
Formula examples
arg min is used in a context where denotes the input values at which an objective function reaches its minimum.How to type Arg Min
- Windows
- Use Character Map or enter U+0061 + U+0072 + U+0067 + U+0020 + U+006D + U+0069 + U+006E in a Unicode-aware application.
- macOS
- Open Character Viewer with Control–Command–Space and search by the symbol name.
- Microsoft Word
- In an equation, type \operatorname*{arg\,min} and press Space when Word supports the command.
- iPhone and iPad
- Copy and paste arg min, or use a math/LaTeX app. The standard iOS keyboard may not expose every mathematical symbol.
- Android
- Copy and paste arg min, or use a math keyboard or LaTeX editor. Keyboard layouts vary by device and app.
- Google Docs
- For plain text, paste arg min or use Insert → Special characters. For structured math, use the equation editor and verify \operatorname*{arg\,min}.
- Excel
- Paste arg min into a cell or use Insert → Symbol when available. Ordinary cells preserve the character but do not interpret LaTeX commands.
Common mistakes
- Preserve grouping, operator order, and spacing around arg min; Write the optimization domain and constraints explicitly so the returned object is understood as an argument rather than the objective value.
- For plain text, copy arg min as U+0061 + U+0072 + U+0067 + U+0020 + U+006D + U+0069 + U+006E; for structured equations, use \operatorname*{arg\,min} in math mode. A look-alike glyph or image can break search, accessibility, or parsing when the intended character is Arg Min.
When to use arg min
- Use arg min in plain text when a Unicode character is appropriate and the destination preserves U+0061 + U+0072 + U+0067 + U+0020 + U+006D + U+0069 + U+006E.
- Use \operatorname*{arg\,min} in an equation editor when mathematical spacing or structure matters.
- Define the local meaning when Arg Min is used in optimization with a field-specific convention.
Look-alikes and related characters
- ≂ — Minus Tilde Relation
- ≄ — Not Asymptotically Equal To
- ≇ — Not Congruent To
Font and compatibility notes
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Continue the workflow
From Arg Min to a finished equation
- Copy the characterUse arg min in plain text when Unicode is accepted.
- Choose a structured formatUse
\operatorname*{arg\,min}for LaTeX or the MathML snippet for accessible web equations. - Edit or convertOpen the value in the editor or converter without retyping it.
Review and source notes
Quality tier: catalog
Last reviewed: 2026-07-23
Review method: Catalog review of character identity and notation mappings.
Verified against: Unicode Standard, Unicode mathematical notation guidance, and established LaTeX/MathML syntax.
Reference sources
- The Unicode StandardUnicode Consortium — Character identity, encoding, names, and conformance.
- Unicode Character Code ChartsUnicode Consortium — Code points and official character charts.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Arg Min symbol mean?
Denotes the input values at which an objective function reaches its minimum.
What is the LaTeX command for arg min?
Use \operatorname*{arg\,min} in a compatible math environment.
Can I copy arg min as Unicode?
Yes. Use the copy button above to copy the Unicode character directly.