Leftwards Two-headed Arrow With Double Vertical Stroke Symbol
A leftwards, two-headed arrow marked with a double vertical stroke to suggest a special leftward direction or relation.
U+2B35
⬵ is a directional arrow symbol from the Arrows category. It combines leftward movement with two heads and a double vertical stroke for clear visual distinction. Use it in text, UI labels, and diagrams where leftward flow or return is emphasized.
Leftwards Two-headed Arrow With Double Vertical Stroke Symbol Meaning
⬵ (U+2B35) is a leftwards two-headed arrow with a double vertical stroke. Visually, the two heads indicate bidirectional emphasis, return, or a “connect back to the left” relationship, while the double vertical stroke acts like an additional marker to differentiate the arrow’s purpose from a standard left arrow or simple double-headed arrow. In practice, it’s often chosen when you want a distinctive left-oriented connector in diagrams, icons, or documentation. Depending on your context, it can support meanings such as “move left,” “go back,” “link to the left,” or “bidirectional connection with a leftward orientation,” especially when clarity is more important than a universal convention.
Common uses
- •Diagramming: label a left-oriented bidirectional connector between components
- •UI and iconography: indicate navigation or relationships that point back to the left
- •Documentation: mark a “return to the left” step in workflows or instructions
- •Forms and schematics: visually separate a special leftward movement or link
- •Data mapping: show a left-side relationship in charts, legends, or explanatory text
Examples
⬵ Leftwards Two-Headed Arrow (Double Vertical Stroke)
- ⬵Press ⬵ to return to the previous (left) screen.
- ⬵The connector ⬵ links the output on the right to the target on the left.
- ⬵Step 2: follow the arrow ⬵ back to the left panel.
- ⬵Use ⬵ to show a bidirectional connection oriented to the left.
- ⬵In the diagram, Component A connects to Component B via ⬵.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2B35 | |
| HTML Entity | ⬵ | |
| HTML Code | ⬵ | |
| CSS | \2B35 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 11061 | |
| Decimal | 11061 |
How to type Leftwards Two-headed Arrow With Double Vertical Stroke Symbol (⬵)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 11061 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2B35 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2B35. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2b35, 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 Two-headed Arrow With Double Vertical Stroke symbol mean?
⬵ (U+2B35) is a leftwards two-headed arrow with a double vertical stroke. Visually, the two heads indicate bidirectional emphasis, return, or a “connect back to the left” relationship, while the double vertical stroke acts like an additional marker to differentiate the arrow’s purpose from a standard left arrow or simple double-headed arrow. In practice, it’s often chosen when you want a distinctive left-oriented connector in diagrams, icons, or documentation. Depending on your context, it can support meanings such as “move left,” “go back,” “link to the left,” or “bidirectional connection with a leftward orientation,” especially when clarity is more important than a universal convention.
What is the Unicode code point for ⬵?
⬵ has the Unicode code point U+2B35.
How can I copy ⬵ for use on a website?
You can copy the character directly (⬵) or use the HTML entity ⬵ in your markup.
What CSS or programming escape can I use for this symbol?
In CSS you can use \\2B35. In JavaScript (ES6) you can use \\u{2B35}.
Does ⬵ have a single universal meaning?
No—its meaning depends on context. Most often it’s used as a left-oriented, visually distinct bidirectional or return-style arrow in diagrams, UI labels, or instructions.