Encoding "BEL" (bell character, ASCII 7)

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In summary, the conversation is about the speaker trying to find a way to encode and send the "bell" character (ASCII 7) in chat conversations. They mention that it is useful for drawing attention in chat services that don't have a "beep" option. However, the problem is that the commonly suggested method of using [CTRL+G] only works in command line or DOS environments. The speaker asks for any alternative ideas and another person suggests holding down ALT and hitting 0007, but the speaker clarifies that this is the same as [CTRL+G] and only works in a command line or DOS environment.
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Hello folks,

I need to find a way to obtain (encode) the "bell" character, ASCII 7, and send it in chat conversations. Although "bell" is almost forgotten in today's practice, I find that it is a very convenient mean to draw the attention of the counterpart, for example in chat services that don't offer an option to "beep" the computer of participants. The problem is: how to encode it? [CTRL+G] only works in a command-line environment, not in web pages.

Any ideas?--- :oldeyes:
 
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try holding down ALT and hitting 0007
 
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cpscdave said:
try holding down ALT and hitting 0007

It's exactly the same as [CTRL+G], works only in command line or DOS environment... :oldcry:
 

FAQ: Encoding "BEL" (bell character, ASCII 7)

1. What is the purpose of encoding "BEL" in ASCII 7?

The "BEL" character, or ASCII 7, is used to produce an audible or visual alert in older systems. This was commonly used for error or warning messages to get the user's attention.

2. How does "BEL" differ from other ASCII characters?

"BEL" is unique in that it is used to produce a sound or visual alert rather than being a visible character like the other ASCII codes. It is also one of the control characters, meaning it has a special function rather than representing a letter or symbol.

3. Can "BEL" be used in modern systems?

While it is not commonly used in modern systems, "BEL" can still be utilized for its audible or visual alert function. However, many modern systems have replaced it with more advanced notification methods.

4. How is "BEL" encoded in ASCII 7?

In ASCII 7, "BEL" is represented by the binary code 0000 0111. This translates to the decimal value of 7, which is where its name "ASCII 7" comes from.

5. What are the potential drawbacks of using "BEL" in encoding?

One drawback of using "BEL" is that it may not be supported by all systems, as it is considered an outdated method of notification. Another potential issue is that it may be mistaken for other control characters, causing confusion or errors in the system.

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