Black Down-pointing Triangle Symbol
▼ is a black down-pointing triangle commonly used to indicate “down” or a dropdown.
U+25BC
▼ (black down-pointing triangle) is a simple directional glyph. It’s often used in UI and text to signal that something points downward, opens, or continues below. You can copy it directly or use its HTML, CSS, or JavaScript escapes.
Black Down-pointing Triangle Symbol Meaning
The black down-pointing triangle (▼) visually communicates direction or an action associated with going down. In interfaces, it commonly indicates a dropdown, expanded/collapsed section, or a menu that reveals more content below. In documents and writing, it can function as a visual cue for “next,” “scroll down,” or “continued below.” Because it’s a map symbol category glyph, it also fits naturally in lists, signs, and navigation-like text where a downward direction or lower location is helpful. It’s generally neutral, clear, and widely recognized without needing extra explanation.
Common uses
- •Dropdown or expand/collapse indicators in web UI
- •“Scroll down” or “see more below” prompts in landing pages
- •Step indicators in instructions where the next item is below
- •Charts or tables where values trend downward or continue to lower sections
- •Maps and navigation text cues for lower areas or downward direction
Examples
▼ Black Down-Pointing Triangle Symbol
- ▼Choose your option ▼
- ▼More details ▼
- ▼Scroll down ▼ to view the full list
- ▼Section 2 ▼ (expanded)
- ▼Results continue below ▼
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+25BC | |
| HTML Entity | ▼ | |
| HTML Code | ▼ | |
| CSS | \25BC | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9660 | |
| Decimal | 9660 |
How to type Black Down-pointing Triangle Symbol (▼)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9660 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 25BC then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 25BC. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 25bc, 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 Down-pointing Triangle symbol mean?
The black down-pointing triangle (▼) visually communicates direction or an action associated with going down. In interfaces, it commonly indicates a dropdown, expanded/collapsed section, or a menu that reveals more content below. In documents and writing, it can function as a visual cue for “next,” “scroll down,” or “continued below.” Because it’s a map symbol category glyph, it also fits naturally in lists, signs, and navigation-like text where a downward direction or lower location is helpful. It’s generally neutral, clear, and widely recognized without needing extra explanation.
What Unicode is ▼?
▼ is the Unicode character named BLACK DOWN-POINTING TRIANGLE with code point U+25BC.
How do I copy ▼ into HTML?
You can paste the character directly or use the HTML entity: ▼.
How can I use ▼ in CSS or JavaScript?
CSS escape: \\25BC. JavaScript escape: \\u{25BC}.
Is ▼ only for dropdowns?
No. It’s also used for downward direction cues like “scroll down,” continuing below, or step indicators that move downward.