Black Left-pointing Triangle Symbol
◀ is a black left-pointing triangle commonly used to indicate “back” or “previous”.
U+25C0
◀ is the black left-pointing triangle, a compact geometric symbol with a clear leftward direction. It’s widely used in navigation, UI labels, and headings to suggest moving backward. Below you’ll find practical copy options and usage ideas.
Black Left-pointing Triangle Symbol Meaning
◀ (BLACK LEFT-POINTING TRIANGLE) is a left-pointing arrow-like symbol. Its most common meaning is “go back” or “previous,” especially in navigation controls such as carousel buttons, pagers, and step-by-step flows. Because it points left, it visually communicates direction without needing the full word “back” or an arrow graphic. Designers often pair it with its opposite (▶) to create symmetrical forward/back controls. In text, it can also indicate “earlier,” such as referencing an earlier section or preceding item in a list or timeline.
Common uses
- •Back and previous buttons in carousels, galleries, and sliders
- •Pagination controls for moving to the previous page or chapter
- •Step-based UI labels (e.g., “Previous step” in forms)
- •Breadcrumbs or navigation hints pointing to an earlier section
- •Directional bullet or callout markers in menus and documentation
Examples
◀ Black Left-Pointing Triangle
- ◀◀ Previous
- ◀Page ◀ 2 of 10
- ◀◀ Back to settings
- ◀Chapter ◀ 3
- ◀Use ◀ to view the previous image
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+25C0 | |
| HTML Entity | ◀ | |
| HTML Code | ◀ | |
| CSS | \25C0 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9664 | |
| Decimal | 9664 |
How to type Black Left-pointing Triangle Symbol (◀)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9664 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 25C0 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 25C0. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 25c0, 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 Black Left-pointing Triangle symbol mean?
◀ (BLACK LEFT-POINTING TRIANGLE) is a left-pointing arrow-like symbol. Its most common meaning is “go back” or “previous,” especially in navigation controls such as carousel buttons, pagers, and step-by-step flows. Because it points left, it visually communicates direction without needing the full word “back” or an arrow graphic. Designers often pair it with its opposite (▶) to create symmetrical forward/back controls. In text, it can also indicate “earlier,” such as referencing an earlier section or preceding item in a list or timeline.
What is the Unicode for ◀?
◀ is Unicode U+25C0 (BLACK LEFT-POINTING TRIANGLE).
How can I copy ◀ in HTML?
You can use the HTML entity: ◀.
What CSS escape can I use for ◀?
Use the CSS escape: \\25C0.
Where is ◀ commonly used in interfaces?
It’s commonly used for “back” and “previous” navigation in pagers, carousels, and multi-step forms.