Following the opening of the symbols section, there are two different sections: equation and symbol. After entering the Add section, the icons are entered into the section. Then, it is entered to the add section in the above lane. Those who want to use a ribbon to add a degree symbol when writing temperature or measurement texts are first marked where the degree is to be placed in the text. One of these types, which is separated by adding a degree symbol using a ribbon and adding a degree symbol using a keyboard shortcut, is both practical and can be used. There are two different ways to add a degree icon when you type on a computer. Typing a degree symbol in Word is so easy. Word is the most widespread rich text editor of the world under today's world conditions. Using Option or Alt Keys in Mac Keyboard. For example, press alt or option, shift and = keys together to produce plus or minus symbol like ±. Using Alt Keys in Mac You can use one of the option keys on your keyboard to use the shortcuts. Place the cursor where you want the degree symbol to go in your text. Insert the degree symbol by using the ribbon. Insert the degree symbol by using a keyboard shortcut. You can do this by using the Symbol drop-down menu or the keyboard shortcut, Alt + 0176.