Leftwards Arrow-tail Symbol
⤙ is a leftwards arrow with a tail, used to indicate direction, continuation, or navigation.
U+2919
The ⤙ symbol (leftwards arrow-tail) is an arrow glyph pointing left with a distinctive tail. It’s commonly used in UI labels, text diagrams, and callouts to show movement or linkage. This page helps you copy the character reliably across platforms.
Leftwards Arrow-tail Symbol Meaning
⤙ (LEFTWARDS ARROW-TAIL, U+2919) is a left-pointing arrow with a tail-like shape. In text, it typically signals direction or navigation toward the left, such as “go back,” “return,” or “move to the previous item.” Designers may also use it to suggest a connection between elements or a continuation link that leads backward in a flow (for example, in step lists or timeline-style layouts). Because it looks like a directional arrow rather than a standard “caret,” it’s often chosen when you want an explicit arrow marker that still fits well in compact UI and editorial layouts.
Common uses
- •Back or previous navigation labels in small UI elements and menus
- •Indicating direction in diagrams, flow charts, or step-by-step instructions
- •Marking “return to prior section” in documentation and help text
- •Creating lightweight connectors or bullets in timelines and process lists
- •Adding visual emphasis to editorials, captions, or annotations that reference earlier content
Examples
⤙ Leftwards Arrow-Tail Symbol
- ⤙Press ⤙ to return to the previous page.
- ⤙Step 2 ⤙ Step 1: review your notes before proceeding.
- ⤙Use ⤙ to move the selected item to the left.
- ⤙Back ⤙ Previous results are available below.
- ⤙In the timeline, events flow ⤙ toward earlier dates.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2919 | |
| HTML Entity | ⤙ | |
| HTML Code | ⤙ | |
| CSS | \2919 |
FAQ
What does ⤙ mean?
⤙ is a leftwards arrow-tail character. It generally indicates a leftward direction such as back/previous navigation or a backward link in a flow.
What is the Unicode code point for ⤙?
Its Unicode code point is U+2919 (LEFTWARDS ARROW-TAIL).
How do I copy ⤙ using HTML?
You can use the HTML entity: ⤙ (given as the provided entity for this character).
Can I use ⤙ in CSS or JavaScript?
Yes. Provided escapes are \\2919 for CSS and \\u{2919} for JavaScript.