Example 9: Determine the Character Type

Learn how to determine the type of character entered.

Problem

Write a program that takes a character as an input, and then determine using the ASCII whether the character entered is an upper case alphabet, a lower case alphabet, a digit, or a special symbol. Print your findings on the console.

The ASCII table is given below for your ease.

Character Type ASCII Value
Uppercase letter 65 to 90
Lower case letter 97 to 122
Digit 48 to 57
Special symbol 0 to 47, 58 to 64, 91 to 96, 123 to 255

Example

Input Output
4 digit
* special symbol
R uppercase letter
b lowercase letter

Try it yourself

Try to solve this question on your own in the code widget below. If you get stuck, you can always refer to the solution provided.

Level up your interview prep. Join Educative to access 70+ hands-on prep courses.