Upwards White Arrow On Pedestal Symbol
⇫ is an upwards arrow with a pedestal shape, used to suggest rising movement or an upward action.
U+21EB
The symbol ⇫ (UPWARDS WHITE ARROW ON PEDESTAL) visually communicates upward direction. It’s handy when you want a clear, compact cue for movement, change, or an action that goes up. Copy it directly for documents, interfaces, and social posts.
Upwards White Arrow On Pedestal Symbol Meaning
⇫ is a directional arrow that points upward. The “pedestal” adds a distinct, stylized look compared with a plain arrow, which can help it stand out in UI labels, icons, or text headings. It commonly conveys rising motion (for example, increase, lift, or move upward), and it can also signal an action or status change that moves “up” (such as progressing to the next level, moving to a higher setting, or indicating an upward sort). Because it’s an arrow glyph, it’s typically used as a visual signifier more than a standalone concept.
Common uses
- •Indicating an upward direction in instructions or labels
- •Signaling increase, growth, or improved status in dashboards
- •Using as an icon-like marker for “move up” or “raise” actions
- •Representing upward sorting in tables or lists
- •Highlighting a step that progresses to a higher level or stage
Examples
⇫ Upwards White Arrow on Pedestal
- ⇫Use ⇫ to move to the next level.
- ⇫Total score: ⇫ 120 (up from 95).
- ⇫Sort by height ⇫
- ⇫Click ⇫ to raise the volume by one step.
- ⇫Trend is ⇫ upward this week.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+21EB | |
| HTML Entity | ⇫ | |
| HTML Code | ⇫ | |
| CSS | \21EB |
FAQ
What does ⇫ usually mean?
⇫ most often indicates upward direction or an action/status that moves up (increase, lift, progress to a higher level, or upward sorting).
Is ⇫ the same as a plain upward arrow?
It’s related, but not identical. ⇫ is a styled upward arrow on a pedestal, which can make it stand out more in text and UI elements.
How can I copy ⇫ into code?
You can copy the character directly (⇫) or use its Unicode code point U+21EB in your environment that supports Unicode escapes.
Where does ⇫ work best?
It works well in headings, labels, quick status notes, and compact UI indicators where a clear “up” cue is useful.