right arrow curving left Emoji
↩️ is a curved arrow symbol that points to a return or go-back direction.
U+21A9 U+FE0F
↩️ (right arrow curving left) is commonly used to suggest returning, going back, or completing an action and moving back. It’s useful in UI labels, instructions, and text where a “return” cue is helpful. Below are practical ways to copy and use it.
right arrow curving left Emoji Meaning
↩️ (Unicode name: RIGHT ARROW CURVING LEFT, U+21A9 U+FE0F) visually communicates a “return” or “go back” idea. It’s often used as a compact indicator for navigation (“back to previous step”), action confirmation in workflows (e.g., “return to form”), or keyboard/function metaphors (“return/enter” in informal UI text). Because it’s a directional arrow with a curved tail, it works well when you want to imply movement backward while keeping the message short. In documents, chats, and design mocks, it can replace longer phrases like “go back” or “return to previous page.”
Common uses
- •UI buttons and labels like “Return” or “Back to previous step”
- •Instruction text in apps, forms, and onboarding flows
- •Chat and support messages to guide users to prior screens
- •Workflow documentation to indicate returning to an earlier stage
- •Design mockups where you want an icon-like cue in plain text
Examples
↩️ Right Arrow Curving Left Symbol
- ↩️Click ↩️ to return to the previous page.
- ↩️Saved successfully—↩️ back to your settings.
- ↩️Choose ↩️ when you want to edit the earlier step.
- ↩️Use ↩️ to return to the form and make changes.
- ↩️Need to review? Tap ↩️ to go back.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+21A9 U+FE0F | |
| HTML Entity | ↩ | |
| HTML Code | ↩ | |
| CSS | \21A9 |
FAQ
What does ↩️ mean?
↩️ typically signals a return or go-back action, often used in UI text and instructions to imply “return to previous.”
Is ↩️ the same as pressing Enter/Return?
Not exactly. It visually suggests “return/go back.” In some contexts people use it as a stand-in for “return,” but its most common meaning is navigation back or returning to a prior state.
How can I copy ↩️ in HTML?
You can use the HTML entity: ↩
How do I use ↩️ in CSS or JavaScript?
CSS escape: \\21A9. JavaScript escape: \\u{21A9 U+FE0F}.