Rightwards Harpoon With Barb Upwards Symbol
⇀ is the rightwards harpoon arrow with a barb pointing up, used to indicate a directed action or pull.
U+21C0
The ⇀ symbol is a directional arrow often used when you want a “targeting” or “directed pull” feel. It’s compact, visually strong, and easy to copy into design tools and code. Below you’ll find practical uses, examples, and ready-to-use copy formats.
Rightwards Harpoon With Barb Upwards Symbol Meaning
⇀ (RIGHTWARDS HARPOON WITH BARB UPWARDS, U+21C0) is a right-pointing harpoon-style arrow. Unlike a simple right arrow, the harpoon shape and the upward barb give it a more “pull toward” or “aimed action” impression. In writing and interface labels, it can suggest that something is directed from left to right, being targeted, transferred, or applied. Because it’s a distinct Unicode arrow variant, it’s also useful when you need a specific arrow style for diagrams, iconography, or typographic emphasis without using images.
Common uses
- •UI hints for directional actions like “apply to the right” or “send to the right”
- •Process and flow diagrams where the arrow implies a directed pull or targeting
- •Typography and design callouts to emphasize movement toward the right
- •Game or simulation labels indicating a harpoon/targeting mechanic direction
- •Presentation slides and documentation to distinguish from generic arrows
Examples
⇀ Rightwards harpoon with barb up
- ⇀Move the item ⇀
- ⇀Target locks ⇀ active
- ⇀Transfer request ⇀ sent to queue
- ⇀Pull effect ⇀ rightwards
- ⇀Aim line ⇀ direction
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+21C0 | |
| HTML Entity | ⇀ | |
| HTML Code | ⇀ | |
| CSS | \21C0 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 8640 | |
| Decimal | 8640 |
How to type Rightwards Harpoon With Barb Upwards Symbol (⇀)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 8640 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 21C0 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 21C0. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 21c0, 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 Rightwards Harpoon With Barb Upwards symbol mean?
⇀ (RIGHTWARDS HARPOON WITH BARB UPWARDS, U+21C0) is a right-pointing harpoon-style arrow. Unlike a simple right arrow, the harpoon shape and the upward barb give it a more “pull toward” or “aimed action” impression. In writing and interface labels, it can suggest that something is directed from left to right, being targeted, transferred, or applied. Because it’s a distinct Unicode arrow variant, it’s also useful when you need a specific arrow style for diagrams, iconography, or typographic emphasis without using images.
What is the Unicode code point for ⇀?
The symbol ⇀ is U+21C0 (RIGHTWARDS HARPOON WITH BARB UPWARDS).
How can I copy ⇀ into HTML?
You can use the HTML entity: ⇀.
How do I use ⇀ in CSS or JavaScript?
CSS escape: \\21C0. JavaScript (Unicode code point escape): \\u{21C0}.
Is ⇀ the same as a normal right arrow?
No. ⇀ is a specific harpoon-style right arrow with an upward barb, so it has a distinct look and can convey a more targeted or directed effect.