Clockwise Closed Circle Arrow Symbol
⥁ shows a clockwise direction in a closed circular loop, useful for repeating or rotating actions.
U+2941
The ⥁ symbol is a “clockwise closed circle arrow.” It’s typically used to suggest motion or flow that circles back on itself. You can copy it into designs, documents, and interfaces to quickly communicate direction and repetition.
Clockwise Closed Circle Arrow Symbol Meaning
⥁ (CLOCKWISE CLOSED CIRCLE ARROW) combines two ideas: clockwise direction and a closed loop. Visually, it signals a process that rotates or cycles rather than moving forward to a new endpoint. In practical communication, it can indicate repeated actions (e.g., looping playback), clockwise settings (e.g., “turn right”), or circular workflow paths in diagrams. Because it’s explicitly clockwise and enclosed, it can be clearer than a generic arrow when direction and “return to start” are important. It’s commonly used in UI labels, icons, and instructional text where users must follow a circular motion.
Common uses
- •UI icons for looped or repeating actions that proceed clockwise
- •Instructional callouts for “turn right in a circle” or clockwise rotation
- •Diagram markers for cyclical workflows that return to the start
- •Presentation symbols to emphasize a circular pattern or recurring process
- •Documentation labels for settings like clockwise/circular modes
Examples
⥁ Clockwise Closed Circle Arrow
- ⥁Set mode to ⥁ (clockwise loop) to repeat the animation.
- ⥁Rotate the dial ⥁ to increase clockwise.
- ⥁Follow the process path ⥁ to return to the starting step.
- ⥁Playback option: loop direction ⥁.
- ⥁Choose the circular workflow marked ⥁ for recurring tasks.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2941 | |
| HTML Entity | ⥁ | |
| HTML Code | ⥁ | |
| CSS | \2941 |
FAQ
What does ⥁ mean?
⥁ is the “clockwise closed circle arrow,” suggesting a clockwise loop or circular flow that returns to the starting point.
How should I use ⥁ in UI or icons?
Use it to label clockwise looping behavior (repeat, rotate, or cyclical workflow) where both direction (clockwise) and looping (closed circle) matter.
Is ⥁ the same as a generic refresh or repeat icon?
Not exactly. ⥁ specifically communicates clockwise direction with a closed circular arrow, while refresh/repeat emojis or icons may not always imply direction.
Can I rely on ⥁ to display correctly on all devices?
Font support varies by platform. If ⥁ doesn’t render in your target environment, consider a fallback like a loop/refresh icon (e.g., 🔄) or an ASCII-style arrow in plain text.