Pholus Symbol
⯛ is the PHOLUS character (U+2BDB), a less common arrow symbol often used in typographic or code-related text.
U+2BDB
The ⯛ symbol is the Unicode character named PHOLUS (U+2BDB). It’s categorized under Arrows and is often used as a distinctive glyph in text-based designs.
Pholus Symbol Meaning
⯛ (Unicode name: PHOLUS, code point U+2BDB) is an arrow-category character that’s mainly used for visual styling rather than a universally recognized word or emoji-style meaning. In practice, it can serve as a compact arrow-like mark in headings, labels, flow-style text, or decorative UI text where a special character is preferred over common arrows (like →). Because it’s not as widely used in everyday writing, your exact interpretation may depend on your own design context (for example, indicating direction, linking, or emphasis in a custom diagram).
Common uses
- •Using as an exact Unicode arrow glyph in digital documents where consistency matters
- •Typography experiments and custom layouts needing a less common directional character
- •Adding a distinctive marker in formatted notes, lists, or annotations
- •Programming, UI text, or data labels that require the exact character by code point
- •Social media or design mockups where you want a specific, copyable symbol
Examples
⯛ PHOLUS Symbol (U+2BDB)
- ⯛Path ⯛ Destination
- ⯛Step 1 ⯛ Step 2
- ⯛Forward ⯛ Back
- ⯛Notice ⯛ Updated info
- ⯛Route ⯛ Final point
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2BDB | |
| HTML Entity | ⯛ | |
| HTML Code | ⯛ | |
| CSS | \2BDB | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 11227 | |
| Decimal | 11227 |
How to type Pholus Symbol (⯛)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 11227 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2BDB then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2BDB. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2bdb, 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 Pholus symbol mean?
⯛ (Unicode name: PHOLUS, code point U+2BDB) is an arrow-category character that’s mainly used for visual styling rather than a universally recognized word or emoji-style meaning. In practice, it can serve as a compact arrow-like mark in headings, labels, flow-style text, or decorative UI text where a special character is preferred over common arrows (like →). Because it’s not as widely used in everyday writing, your exact interpretation may depend on your own design context (for example, indicating direction, linking, or emphasis in a custom diagram).
What Unicode character is ⯛?
⯛ is named PHOLUS and has the code point U+2BDB.
How can I copy ⯛ reliably in code?
Use the exact Unicode escapes for your environment, such as \u{2BDB} (JavaScript) or \2BDB (CSS escape).
Why does ⯛ look different on different devices?
Font support for this less common glyph can vary, so the visual style may change by typeface or platform.
Is ⯛ an ordinary word symbol or an arrow?
It’s categorized as an Arrow in Unicode. Beyond that, it’s mainly used as an exact, copyable glyph rather than a universally standardized everyday pictogram.