The Importance of List Markers
Bullet points (•) are typographical symbols used to introduce items in a list. In digital design and resume writing, they are crucial for breaking down "walls of text" and making content skimmable and easy to digest.
Choosing the Right Bullet Style
- Standard Bullet (•): Professional, clean, and universally readable. Best for resumes and formal documents.
- White Bullet (◦) or Square (▪): Excellent for sub-lists (nested lists) to differentiate them from the main points.
- Triangular Bullet (‣): implies motion or a "step" in a process, often used in tutorials or "Call to Action" lists.
- Decorative Markers (❖ or ➢): Adds flair to creative projects, social media bios, or aesthetic blogs.
Using Bullets in HTML and Text
While HTML uses the `<ul>` tag to create lists automatically, copying raw Unicode characters allows you to use these styles in plain text environments like Instagram captions, Twitter posts, or email subject lines where HTML tags don't work.
Bullet points (and similar dot symbols) are frequently used in Kaomoji, most often to represent eyes, cheeks, or decorative fillers. For example, (◎▽◎) (Joyful Owl in Birds Kaomoji)