How do I type an em dash using a Microsoft Surface Pro 5 directly instead of inerting as a symbol or copy-pasting?

Question

I need support with typing an em-dash without having to insert it as a symbol. I have figured out en-dash using a hyphen and space but wondering if there's a way for an em-dash as well. The Alt+0151 does not work on the surface pro.

Answer 1

Hi Simran Harsimranjit Kaur,

Thank you for reaching Microsoft Community. We appreciate for sharing your concern to us.

We are aware that you would want to input em dash on your Surface Pro without having to copy and paste them or add them as symbols. Al-codes, however, require an actual number pad, which the Surface type cover sadly lacks.

What application do you use for Alt codes?

Em dash can also be added as a symbol or by using a built-in application's character map.

1. Press Windows key and search "character Map"
2. Select or search the character you are looking for or build a string of desired characters using "select."
3. Once the desired character or string is in the text box, choose copy.
4. Paste in line wherever text input is accepted, such as a Word document.

Kind regards,

Lavenia

Answer 2

Hi Simran Harsimranjit Kaur,

We have received no response from you since we last responded. So, we assume that your issue has already been resolved. We will not be monitoring this thread going forward so, if you need further assistance, please create a new thread to discuss these concerns by clicking this link: Create a new question or start a discussion (microsoft.com)

Thank you for your understanding. 

Respectfully,

Lavenia