Leftwards Triangle-headed Arrow With Double Horizontal Stroke Symbol
A left-pointing arrow with a triangular head and a double horizontal stroke.
U+2B7A
⭺ (U+2B7A) is a directional arrow symbol used to indicate movement to the left. Its triangle head and double horizontal stroke make it distinctive for UI and diagram-style text. You can copy it directly from this page in plain text, HTML, or code.
Leftwards Triangle-headed Arrow With Double Horizontal Stroke Symbol Meaning
⭺ is a leftwards arrow that combines a triangle-shaped arrowhead with a double horizontal stroke. In writing and design contexts, it’s commonly used to suggest “move left,” “go back,” or “return to a previous position,” especially where a clear directional cue is needed. Because the double stroke is part of the glyph, it’s often chosen for stylistic consistency in icon-like text sets or for representing controls such as shifting, navigating steps, or direction-specific transitions. Like other arrow symbols, it functions best as a visual indicator within labels, captions, tooltips, or lightweight diagrams.
Common uses
- •Indicating “back/previous” in navigation labels and buttons
- •Marking leftward movement in diagrams, flow notes, or schematics
- •Labeling keyboard shortcuts or UI controls for shifting left
- •Creating simple status or direction indicators in dashboards
- •Styling section headers or timeline cues that progress leftward
Examples
⭺ Leftwards Triangle-Headed Arrow (Double Stroke)
- ⭺Use ⭺ to move to the previous item.
- ⭺Drag the handle to shift left ⭺.
- ⭺Step ⭺: review the earlier configuration.
- ⭺Timeline moves left ⭺ when you scrub backward.
- ⭺Click ⭺ to return to the prior page.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2B7A | |
| HTML Entity | ⭺ | |
| HTML Code | ⭺ | |
| CSS | \2B7A | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 11130 | |
| Decimal | 11130 |
How to type Leftwards Triangle-headed Arrow With Double Horizontal Stroke Symbol (⭺)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 11130 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2B7A then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2B7A. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2b7a, 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 With Double Horizontal Stroke symbol mean?
⭺ is a leftwards arrow that combines a triangle-shaped arrowhead with a double horizontal stroke. In writing and design contexts, it’s commonly used to suggest “move left,” “go back,” or “return to a previous position,” especially where a clear directional cue is needed. Because the double stroke is part of the glyph, it’s often chosen for stylistic consistency in icon-like text sets or for representing controls such as shifting, navigating steps, or direction-specific transitions. Like other arrow symbols, it functions best as a visual indicator within labels, captions, tooltips, or lightweight diagrams.
What is the Unicode code point for ⭺?
⭺ is U+2B7A.
How do I type or copy ⭺ on different devices?
Copy the character from this page (⭺). If you need direct entry, use Unicode input methods that support U+2B7A.
Can I use ⭺ in HTML or web code?
Yes. HTML entity: ⭺. In CSS, you can use \\2B7A, and in JavaScript you can use \\u{2B7A}.
Is ⭺ the same as a normal left arrow?
It’s left-pointing like a normal arrow, but the triangular head and double horizontal stroke make it a specific, stylized glyph—useful when you want that exact look.