Rightwards Arrow Symbol
The rightwards arrow (→) indicates direction to the right, often used for navigation and mappings.
U+2192
The rightwards arrow (→) is a simple symbol that points to the right. It’s widely used in text for direction, links, and “maps to” style notation. On this page, you can copy it and find its key Unicode and code forms.
Rightwards Arrow Symbol Meaning
The rightwards arrow (→) most commonly signals direction to the right. In everyday writing it can indicate navigation (e.g., “click →”), transitions (“from X → to Y”), or mapping from one thing to another. In technical contexts, it may be used to show a relationship such as “yields” or “maps to,” and in diagrams to connect a source to a destination. Because it’s compact and recognizable, it’s also used in UI labels and documentation to guide users toward an action or next step.
Common uses
- •Navigation cues in menus, dashboards, and step-by-step instructions
- •Showing “from → to” changes in status updates and summaries
- •Indicating mapping or transformation in documentation and examples
- •Design accents for buttons, banners, and call-to-action text
- •Separating prompts and outcomes in help text and FAQs
Examples
→ Rightwards Arrow (U+2192)
- →Press Start → choose your profile.
- →Input → Output: the result is displayed immediately.
- →Version 1 → Version 2 updates the checkout flow.
- →Select a category → view matching products.
- →Roadmap: Research → Design → Build.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2192 | |
| HTML Entity | → | |
| HTML Code | → | |
| CSS | \2192 |
FAQ
What is the Unicode for the rightwards arrow?
The rightwards arrow (→) is Unicode U+2192.
How do I copy and paste the symbol?
Copy the character from this page and paste it into your text editor, website content, or design tool.
Can I use it in HTML and JavaScript?
Yes. HTML entity: →. JavaScript escape: \\u{2192}.
What does → mean in common writing?
It usually means “to the right” or “from one thing to another,” such as “X → Y.”