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Halfwidth Upwards Arrow Letter

↑ is the halfwidth upwards arrow symbol used to indicate direction upward in compact text.

U+FFEA

The symbol ↑ is called the halfwidth upwards arrow (Unicode U+FFEA). It’s a compact arrow character that works well in tight layouts. You can copy it directly or type it via Unicode escapes in code.

Halfwidth Upwards Arrow Letter Meaning

↑ (HALFWIDTH UPWARDS ARROW, U+FFEA) represents an upwards direction with a halfwidth form, meaning it typically takes less horizontal space than many fullwidth arrow variants. In text, it’s commonly used as a lightweight visual cue for “up,” “increase,” “move upward,” or “go to the top.” Because it’s a dedicated Unicode character, it can be more consistent across fonts and platforms than using multi-character arrow sequences. It’s especially handy when you want an arrow that looks tidy in monospace or denser UI elements.

Common uses

  • •Indicating “up” in menu items, toolbars, or navigation hints
  • •Marking increases or ascending steps in instructions and checklists
  • •Designing compact status badges like “↑ up” or “trend up”
  • •Labeling “go to top” links in small web UI elements
  • •Adding a directional cue in diagrams, captions, or form guidance

Examples

↑ Halfwidth Upwards Arrow (U+FFEA)

  • ↑Scroll ↑ to reach the top of the page
  • ↑Step ↑: move the lever upward
  • ↑Download completed ↑
  • ↑Results are trending upward ↑
  • ↑Use the arrow key ↑ to increase the value

Variations

Technical codes

UnicodeU+FFEA
HTML Entity↑
HTML Code↑
CSS\FFEA
Alt CodeAlt + 65514
Decimal65514

How to type Halfwidth Upwards Arrow Letter (↑)

On Windows

Hold Alt and type 65514 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type FFEA then press Alt + X.

On Mac

Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type FFEA. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.

On Linux

Press Control + Shift + U, type ffea, then press Enter or Space.

Anywhere

Copy ↑ with the button above and paste it wherever you need it — this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.

FAQ

How do I type ↑ in HTML?

Use the HTML entity: ↑ (as provided for U+FFEA).

What is the Unicode code point for ↑?

It is U+FFEA, named “HALFWIDTH UPWARDS ARROW.”

What does “halfwidth” mean for this arrow?

Halfwidth typically means the glyph occupies less horizontal space, which can help it fit neatly in compact UI or monospace contexts.

Can I insert it with JavaScript?

Yes. Use the provided JavaScript escape: \\u{FFEA}.