How To Type The Ñ (Enye) On Your iPad?
This letter appears in personal names (Niña, Iñigo), city names (Parañaque, Las Piñas), and street names (Doña Julia Vargas Avenue).
Despite being part of the Filipino alphabet today, the Enye is not directly available on the keyboards of computers and phones in the Philippines.
Wondering how to type the Enye without a specific key?
You need to use a combination of keys. The way to insert this special character depends on your device and its operating system.
Think it sounds complicated? Don't worry—it's easy!
Here's a straightforward guide to help you type the Enye without trouble, so you won't need to look it up again.
A Brief Overview: Copying and Pasting the Enye Symbol Easily
Don't want to remember keyboard shortcuts for just one letter?
An easy way to get an enye is to copy the letter n with a tilde from below. Just click the copy button for the enye you need and then paste it (Ctrl + V) into your document.
Simple, isn't it?
But, only use these quick methods when you're short on time. It's still better to learn how to type this letter on your own so you don't need to revisit this page.
Want to learn how to easily type the enye? Scroll down for our detailed guide!
Part I. How to Easily Type the Enye Character (Ñ) on a Computer?
1. How to Easily Input Ñ/ñ on Your Windows 10 Computer Using a Numpad?
Does your Windows computer have a numeric keypad? Follow these steps to type enye on your keyboard:
Turn on the Num Lock to activate the numeric keypad. If it doesn't work, press the Fn or Shift key along with the Num Lock key.
To type a small ñ, hold the Alt key and type 164 or 0241.
For a capital Ñ, hold the Alt key and type 165 or 0209.
Here are the shortcuts for typing enye on a Windows computer with a numpad:
ñ = Alt + 164 / Alt + 0241
Ñ = Alt + 165 / Alt + 0209
2. How to Input Ñ/ñ on Windows 10 Without Using a Numpad?
a. Getting Started with the Character Map App
If your computer lacks a numeric keypad, use Windows 10's Character Map. Here's the method:
- – Click the Windows icon on the taskbar or press the Windows key.
- – Scroll down and select Windows Accessories > Character Map.
- – Locate the ñ at the bottom-right of the Character Map app.
- – The capital Ñ is trickier to find. For ease, choose “Advanced View” at the bottom of the Character Map, enter n in the Search bar, and hit the Search button. You'll find the Ñ on the far right.
- – Click twice on Ñ or ñ and press the Copy button.
- – To insert the enye, press Ctrl + V or right-click and select “Paste” in your document, file, or email.
b. How to Install Spanish Language Support on Windows 10?
This method is great for frequently typing Spanish characters like enye on a Windows laptop. Adding the Spanish language to Windows 10 is simpler than you might think. Just follow these steps:
- Press Windows + I to open Settings, then click on “Time & Language.”
- Click on “Language.” Under “Preferred languages,” select “Add a preferred language.”
- In the “Choose a language to install” section, scroll to “Español (Estados Unidos)” or search for “Spanish” to find it faster. Choose this language and click the Next button.
- Hit the Install button. This adds Spanish to your language options in Windows 10.
- In “Preferred languages,” choose “Español (Estados Unidos)” and click the Options button.
- In the “Keyboards” section, select “Add a keyboard.”
- Find “United States-International” in the list and pick it.
- Press the Windows icon and space bar at the same time to switch language options. Choose “Spanish (United States).”
- You can now type enye in MS Word, Notepad, browsers, emails, or any application where you need an ñ. Hold down the right Alt key on the right side of the keyboard and press the letter N.
To make the capital enye, hold down the right Alt key and the Shift key at the same time, then press N.
Keep these shortcuts in mind for typing enye when you have Spanish set up on Windows 10:
ñ = Right Alt + N
Ñ = Right Alt + Shift + N
3. How to Insert the Ñ Character in Microsoft Word?
Typing an Ñ/ñ in a Word document is simple. Just do these steps:
Press and hold the Shift, Ctrl, and ~ (tilde) keys together.
Let go of all three keys.
Press N (Shift + n) or n to make an Ñ or ñ.
Or, use the “Insert” tab at the top. Click on “Symbol” at the far right, then “More Symbols.”
Filter by selecting “Latin-1 Supplement” from the “Subset” menu. Choose the enye letter and hit the Insert button to add it to your Word document.
How to type enye in Microsoft Word
4. How to Insert the Enye Symbol (Ñ) in Google Docs?
Google Docs is favored by many due to its autosave feature, making it a strong alternative to Microsoft Word. Knowing how to type the enye character in Google Docs is essential if you use it often. This skill prevents the need to search for help online each time you need this special character.
Here are the steps to type enye in Google Docs:
- – Choose “Insert” from the top menu.
- – Select “Special characters.”
- – Use the downward arrow in the first drop-down menu.
- – Pick “Latin.”
- – Find the enye, either uppercase or lowercase, in the list.
- – Click on the enye you need. It will be added to your document automatically.
- – Close the dialog box to go back to your document.
5. The Quick and Simple Method for Inputting Enye (ñ) on a Mac
Typing Ñ/ñ is easier on a Mac (like iMac or MacBook) compared to a Windows PC.
To type an enye on your Mac, follow these steps:
Hold down the Option key and the N key together. This will make the tilde symbol ˜ show up.
Press N once more for a lowercase ñ. For an uppercase Ñ, press Shift and N at the same time.
6. Typing the Enye Character on Linux and Ubuntu Systems
To type an enye on Ubuntu OS or Linux , use these steps:
- Hold down the Shift, Ctrl, and U keys together.
- Let go of all three keys.
- Enter 00d1 for an Ñ or 00f1 for an ñ.
- Hit the space bar.
7. Effortlessly Inputting Ñ and ñ on a Dell Laptop: Methods Explained
Here are some ways to type the letter enye on your Dell laptop:
a. Dell Laptop Users: Unlock the Hidden Numpad with the Fn Key
Some Dell laptops, like those in the Inspiron series, lack a separate numeric keypad. They combine the Numpad with the keyboard, placing numbers on the same keys as letters. Keys such as M, J, K, L, U, I, O, 7, 8, and 9 double as numbers 0 to 9 when Num Lock is on.
If your Dell keyboard is set up like this, just use the Function or Fn key. You can usually find the Fn key near the Ctrl key at the bottom left of the keyboard.
Follow these steps to type an enye using the Fn key:
Make sure the Num Lock light is on. If off, the numeric keypad isn't active. Turn on the Numpad by pressing the Num Lock key. If your keyboard lacks a Num Lock key, press Fn and F11 together to activate it.
Hold down the Fn and Alt keys at the same time. Then type 164 or 0241 for a lowercase ñ, or 165 or 0209 for an uppercase Ñ.
For typing an enye on a Dell laptop with a numeric keypad:
ñ = Fn + Alt + 164 / Fn + Alt + 0241
Ñ = Fn + Alt + 165 / Fn + Alt + 0209
b. How to Deactivate Sticky Keys and Filter Keys on Dell Laptops Featuring a Separate Numpad?
If your Dell laptop includes a full numeric keypad and you can't type an enye with a shortcut, Sticky Keys or Filter Keys might be blocking it.
Turn off these features for your Numpad to work right. Open Settings, then Ease of Access, and click on Keyboard. Make sure Sticky Keys and Filter Keys are off. If they are on, switch them off.
Then, you should be able to make an Ñ with your Numpad.
c. Effortlessly Insert Enye (ñ) Using a Microsoft Office Keyboard Shortcut
To type an enye in MS Word, MS Excel, or other MS Office programs on your Dell laptop, use one of these three shortcuts:
Hold the Ctrl key and the tilde key together. Then press N. (Keyboard combination: [Ctrl + ~] + N)
First, type N and then 0303. After that, hold the Alt key and press X. (Keyboard combination: N + 0303 + [Alt + X])
Hold down the Ctrl key, Shift key, and tilde key at the same time. Then press N. (Keyboard combination: [Ctrl + Shift + ~] + N)
For a capital Ñ, turn on Caps Lock before using any of the above shortcuts.
d. How to Insert an Enye on a Dell Laptop: Additional Options
If you've struggled to type an Ñ and failed, try using the Character Map app or adding the Spanish language to Windows 10. These methods also work on other laptop brands with Windows.
Part II. Effortlessly Adding Enye to Your Smartphone Typing Arsenal
1. Effortless Enye: Simplifying the Process of Typing Ñ on iPhones
iOS keyboards lack a direct key for enye. However, you can type this letter on your iPhone or iPad easily. Press and hold the N or n key. Choose Ñ or ñ from the options that appear.
2. Effortlessly Adding Enye to Your Android Keyboard
On an Android smartphone, like on iOS devices, press and hold the N or n key. This will show a small pop-up with Ñ or ñ. Pick the enye letter and let go of your finger.

Jim's passion for Apple products ignited in 2007 when Steve Jobs introduced the first iPhone. This was a canon event in his life. Noticing a lack of iPad-focused content that is easy to understand even for “tech-noob”, he decided to create Tabletmonkeys in 2011.
Jim continues to share his expertise and passion for tablets, helping his audience as much as he can with his motto “One Swipe at a Time!”