Leftwards Open-headed Arrow Symbol
The ⇽ symbol is a left-pointing, open-headed arrow used to indicate movement or direction to the left.
U+21FD
⇽ is a directional arrow character that points to the left. It’s handy for labels, UI hints, and simple diagrams where you want a clear “go left” cue. Below you’ll find meaning, common uses, examples, and copy options.
Leftwards Open-headed Arrow Symbol Meaning
⇽ is the Unicode character named LEFTWARDS OPEN-HEADED ARROW (U+21FD). Visually, it’s an arrow pointing left with an open head, making it distinct from filled or closed arrow styles. In everyday writing and design, it commonly signals “move left,” “previous,” or “back.” Because it reads as a directional cue rather than a formal operator, it’s often used in interface text, navigation labels, and diagrams to guide the eye. You may also see it in plain-text flow descriptions where the author wants a simple leftward linkage or transition marker.
Common uses
- •Navigation cues like “⇽ back” or “previous (⇽)”.
- •UI and diagram annotations to show a transition or movement leftward.
- •Instruction text for step-by-step directions (e.g., “move ⇽ to align”).
- •Flow-style notes in technical or project documentation to link items leftward.
- •Design accents in posters or social posts to emphasize leftward motion.
Examples
⇽ Leftwards Open-Headed Arrow
- ⇽Back ⇽
- ⇽Move ⇽ to return to the previous screen.
- ⇽Select the option to the left ⇽
- ⇽Step 2: go ⇽, then confirm.
- ⇽Items A ⇽ B (A leads into B).
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+21FD | |
| HTML Entity | ⇽ | |
| HTML Code | ⇽ | |
| CSS | \21FD |
FAQ
What does ⇽ mean?
⇽ is a left-pointing open-headed arrow, often used to indicate “move left” or “back/previous.”
How do I copy ⇽?
Copy the character directly from this page. It’s also available via the HTML entity (⇽) and escape sequences shown on the page.
Is ⇽ the same as a normal left arrow (←)?
Not exactly. ⇽ is a specifically styled open-headed arrow (Unicode U+21FD). It may look different from ← depending on the font.
How can I use ⇽ in code?
Use the provided values: HTML entity ⇽, CSS escape \\21FD, or JavaScript escape \\u{21FD}.