Downwards Two Headed Arrow Symbol
↡ is a downwards two headed arrow symbol used to indicate two-direction downward movement or emphasis.
U+21A1
The ↡ symbol (Unicode U+21A1) is a downwards two headed arrow. It’s useful for labeling directions in interfaces, diagrams, and technical text. This page helps you copy it and understand common usage.
Downwards Two Headed Arrow Symbol Meaning
↡ (Unicode U+21A1), named “downwards two headed arrow,” is typically used to convey a downward action that is emphasized in both directions, often meaning movement “downward” with a symmetrical or dual interpretation. In practice, people use it for UI labels, diagram annotations, or instructional text where a downward shift or transition is indicated clearly. Because it’s an arrow with two heads, it can also suggest attention or a bidirectional “down” reference in layouts, such as paired controls, mirrored areas, or down-navigation hints. Its most common role is directional communication rather than symbolism beyond that.
Common uses
- •Labeling downward movement in diagrams and flowcharts
- •Indicating a downward navigation cue in UI mockups
- •Annotating charts to show a drop or downward shift reference
- •Marking paired elements that both relate to a downward direction
- •Writing instructional text for forms or step-by-step workflows
Examples
↡ Downwards Two Headed Arrow
- ↡Scroll ↡ to reach the next section.
- ↡Arrow ↡ indicates the direction of the downward step.
- ↡System status: processing down ↡ now.
- ↡In the diagram, flow ↡ moves to the lower panel.
- ↡Use the ↡ symbol to show the down transition.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+21A1 | |
| HTML Entity | ↡ | |
| HTML Code | ↡ | |
| CSS | \21A1 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 8609 | |
| Decimal | 8609 |
How to type Downwards Two Headed Arrow Symbol (↡)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 8609 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 21A1 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 21A1. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 21a1, 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
What does the Downwards Two Headed Arrow symbol mean?
↡ (Unicode U+21A1), named “downwards two headed arrow,” is typically used to convey a downward action that is emphasized in both directions, often meaning movement “downward” with a symmetrical or dual interpretation. In practice, people use it for UI labels, diagram annotations, or instructional text where a downward shift or transition is indicated clearly. Because it’s an arrow with two heads, it can also suggest attention or a bidirectional “down” reference in layouts, such as paired controls, mirrored areas, or down-navigation hints. Its most common role is directional communication rather than symbolism beyond that.
What Unicode character is ↡?
↡ is Unicode U+21A1, named “DOWNWARDS TWO HEADED ARROW.”
How can I copy ↡ as HTML?
You can use the HTML entity: ↡.
How do I use ↡ in CSS or JavaScript?
In CSS, use: \\21A1. In JavaScript (Unicode escape), use: \\u{21A1}.
When should I use a downwards two headed arrow?
It’s most useful when you want a clear downward direction with a symmetrical/dual emphasis, such as UI cues, diagram annotations, or instructional text.