Leftwards Triangle-headed Arrow To Bar Symbol
A left-pointing triangle-headed arrow that ends at a bar, often used to indicate a directional action or transition.
U+2B70
⭰ is a directional arrow symbol with a triangle head pointing left and a bar as its endpoint. It’s useful in UI labels, diagrams, and text layouts where you need a clear leftward indicator. Below you’ll find copy/paste options and practical usage ideas.
Leftwards Triangle-headed Arrow To Bar Symbol Meaning
The symbol ⭰ (U+2B70) is “LEFTWARDS TRIANGLE-HEADED ARROW TO BAR.” Visually, it combines a left-pointing arrowhead (triangle) with a bar at the end, which can suggest stopping at, pointing to, or moving toward a boundary or target. In writing and interface text, it’s commonly used as a directional marker (leftward movement) and as a typographic cue for actions like “go to,” “return to,” or “link/route to a previous section.” In diagrams, it can represent a transfer toward a fixed reference line or checkpoint.
Common uses
- •Designing UI labels for navigation that returns to a previous section
- •Indicating direction in flowcharts or process diagrams (move left toward a checkpoint)
- •Marking “link/route to” a prior item in documentation or schematics
- •Using as a typographic arrow cue in tables or lists to guide readers leftward
- •Decorating headings or callouts to visually emphasize a return/back step
Examples
⭰ Leftwards Triangle-Headed Arrow to Bar
- ⭰Press ⭰ to return to the previous page.
- ⭰Move ⭰ to the left column for details.
- ⭰Step 2: transfer the value ⭰ the reference bar.
- ⭰To view history, select ⭰ on the left sidebar.
- ⭰This action routes ⭰ to the earlier configuration.
Variations
Ready to copy
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2B70 | |
| HTML Entity | ⭰ | |
| HTML Code | ⭰ | |
| CSS | \2B70 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 11120 | |
| Decimal | 11120 |
How to type Leftwards Triangle-headed Arrow To Bar Symbol (⭰)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 11120 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2B70 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2B70. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2b70, 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 Leftwards Triangle-headed Arrow To Bar symbol mean?
The symbol ⭰ (U+2B70) is “LEFTWARDS TRIANGLE-HEADED ARROW TO BAR.” Visually, it combines a left-pointing arrowhead (triangle) with a bar at the end, which can suggest stopping at, pointing to, or moving toward a boundary or target. In writing and interface text, it’s commonly used as a directional marker (leftward movement) and as a typographic cue for actions like “go to,” “return to,” or “link/route to a previous section.” In diagrams, it can represent a transfer toward a fixed reference line or checkpoint.
What is the Unicode value of ⭰?
The symbol ⭰ is Unicode U+2B70.
How can I copy ⭰ into HTML?
Use the HTML entity: ⭰
How do I use ⭰ in CSS or JavaScript?
CSS escape: \\2B70. JavaScript escape: \\u{2B70}.
Is ⭰ the same as a regular left arrow (←)?
No. ⭰ is a specific “leftwards triangle-headed arrow to bar” design, which can look more specialized than a standard left arrow.