Clockwise Top Semicircle Arrow Symbol
↷ is a clockwise curved arrow used to indicate circular or clockwise direction along a top semicircle.
U+21B7
The symbol ↷ is called the Clockwise Top Semicircle Arrow. It’s an arrow glyph designed for showing curved, clockwise motion in text and interfaces. Copy it directly or use its Unicode/HTML forms in code.
Clockwise Top Semicircle Arrow Symbol Meaning
↷ (Unicode U+21B7, “CLOCKWISE TOP SEMICIRCLE ARROW”) visually suggests movement or flow in a curved, clockwise direction. Because it’s shaped like a top semicircle, it’s often used when you want to imply a turn along the upper part of a path rather than a straight arrow. In interfaces and documentation, it commonly supports “rotate/move clockwise” cues, UI navigation hints, or diagram annotations for clockwise progression. It can also be used in informal text to describe clockwise turning or “go around” behavior, especially when you need a compact directional marker.
Common uses
- •Labeling buttons or icons that indicate clockwise rotation or turning
- •Annotating diagrams to show clockwise flow around a top arc
- •Marking UI interactions like rotating a view clockwise
- •Writing concise instructions for assembly or handling (“turn ↷”)
- •Designing signage or infographics that require a curved direction cue
Examples
↷ Clockwise Top Semicircle Arrow
- ↷Rotate the dial ↷ to tighten the cap.
- ↷Use the next step to advance clockwise ↷.
- ↷Drag ↷ to rotate the preview clockwise.
- ↷Follow the curved path shown by ↷.
- ↷Turn the wheel ↷ until the indicator aligns.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+21B7 | |
| HTML Entity | ↷ | |
| HTML Code | ↷ | |
| CSS | \21B7 |
FAQ
What does the Clockwise Top Semicircle Arrow symbol mean?
↷ (Unicode U+21B7, “CLOCKWISE TOP SEMICIRCLE ARROW”) visually suggests movement or flow in a curved, clockwise direction. Because it’s shaped like a top semicircle, it’s often used when you want to imply a turn along the upper part of a path rather than a straight arrow. In interfaces and documentation, it commonly supports “rotate/move clockwise” cues, UI navigation hints, or diagram annotations for clockwise progression. It can also be used in informal text to describe clockwise turning or “go around” behavior, especially when you need a compact directional marker.
What Unicode character is ↷?
↷ is the Unicode character U+21B7, named “CLOCKWISE TOP SEMICIRCLE ARROW”.
How do I copy ↷ from this page?
Select and copy the character shown (↷), then paste it wherever you need it. For code use, see the HTML entity or CSS/JavaScript escapes in the copy variations.
Is ↷ the same as a regular right arrow?
No. ↷ specifically conveys a curved, clockwise top-semicircle direction, unlike a straight rightward arrow.
Will ↷ look the same in all fonts?
Most modern fonts support this Unicode arrow, but exact appearance can vary slightly depending on the font and platform.