Long Leftwards Arrow Symbol
A long left-pointing arrow used to show direction, back navigation, or movement to the left.
U+27F5
The symbol ⟵ is a long leftwards arrow (Unicode U+27F5). It’s commonly used in text to indicate “go back” or “move left.” Copy it easily from here for UI labels, diagrams, and messaging.
Long Leftwards Arrow Symbol Meaning
⟵ (LONG LEFTWARDS ARROW) is a left-pointing arrow that visually communicates movement or direction toward the left. In everyday writing and interfaces, it often suggests returning to a previous state, going back, or navigating backward. It can also be used to label directions in simple diagrams, indicate a leftward link in instructions, or mark “previous” actions in logs and menus. Because it’s a clear directional glyph, it works well in compact UI text, chat messages, and documentation where you want an unambiguous “left/back” cue without extra words.
Common uses
- •Back and previous navigation labels (e.g., “Back ⟵” or “Previous ⟵”)
- •Directional hints in instructions or onboarding text (e.g., “Move left ⟵”)
- •Diagram annotations and flow descriptions where the next step is to the left
- •Marking a left-side control, link, or table column in simple UI mockups
- •Indicating “return” or “undo” in short status messages and logs
Examples
⟵ Long Leftwards Arrow
- ⟵Previous ⟵
- ⟵Go back ⟵
- ⟵Move left ⟵ to continue
- ⟵Step 2: return to the left ⟵
- ⟵Archived items ⟵ show earlier records
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+27F5 | |
| HTML Entity | ⟵ | |
| HTML Code | ⟵ | |
| CSS | \27F5 |
FAQ
What does the Long Leftwards Arrow symbol mean?
⟵ (LONG LEFTWARDS ARROW) is a left-pointing arrow that visually communicates movement or direction toward the left. In everyday writing and interfaces, it often suggests returning to a previous state, going back, or navigating backward. It can also be used to label directions in simple diagrams, indicate a leftward link in instructions, or mark “previous” actions in logs and menus. Because it’s a clear directional glyph, it works well in compact UI text, chat messages, and documentation where you want an unambiguous “left/back” cue without extra words.
What is the Unicode code point for ⟵?
⟵ is Unicode U+27F5 (LONG LEFTWARDS ARROW).
How can I copy ⟵ for use in my website or app?
Copy the character directly from this page, or use the provided escapes: HTML entity ⟵ and CSS escape \\27F5 (JavaScript: \\u{27F5}).
Is ⟵ the same as a normal left arrow (←)?
It’s related, but not identical. ⟵ is specifically a LONG LEFTWARDS ARROW (U+27F5), which can have a different visual weight and length than ←.
Where is ⟵ most useful in text?
It’s especially useful for short UI labels and instructions where you want a clear “back/left” direction without extra wording.