Black Circle With Down Arrow Symbol
⧭ (Black Circle with Down Arrow) is a compact symbol for indicating a downward action or direction.
U+29ED
⧭ is a math-oriented symbol often used as a clear visual cue for “move down” or “direction downward.” It’s also handy when you want a symbol that reads consistently across fonts. Below you’ll find meaning, practical uses, and copy/paste variations.
Black Circle With Down Arrow Symbol Meaning
⧭ is the “Black Circle with Down Arrow” (Unicode U+29ED). The symbol combines a filled circle with a downward-pointing arrow, making it visually intuitive for downward movement or a “go down” instruction. In documentation and UI mockups, it can represent actions like descending, lowering, or navigating to the next lower level. Because it has a geometric, uniform look, designers sometimes prefer it over simple arrows when they want a stronger, more button-like indicator. It may also appear in math- or diagram-style contexts where a downward mapping or transition is being shown.
Common uses
- •UI controls: label a “down” action such as scrolling, expanding, or navigating to a lower section
- •Diagrams and flowcharts: mark transitions that move downward or proceed to a lower step
- •Math and notation: represent a downward operator or mapping in a custom diagram or worksheet
- •Accessibility-friendly instructions: provide a clear directional cue in text alongside words like “down” or “lower”
- •Typography and design systems: use as a consistent icon-like marker in lists, cards, or badges
Examples
⧭ Black Circle with Down Arrow
- ⧭Scroll down ⧭
- ⧭Next level ⧭
- ⧭Downward step ⧭
- ⧭Lower the value ⧭
- ⧭Proceed to the bottom section ⧭
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+29ED | |
| HTML Entity | ⧭ | |
| HTML Code | ⧭ | |
| CSS | \29ED | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 10733 | |
| Decimal | 10733 |
How to type Black Circle With Down Arrow Symbol (⧭)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 10733 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 29ED then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 29ED. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 29ed, 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 Circle With Down Arrow symbol mean?
⧭ is the “Black Circle with Down Arrow” (Unicode U+29ED). The symbol combines a filled circle with a downward-pointing arrow, making it visually intuitive for downward movement or a “go down” instruction. In documentation and UI mockups, it can represent actions like descending, lowering, or navigating to the next lower level. Because it has a geometric, uniform look, designers sometimes prefer it over simple arrows when they want a stronger, more button-like indicator. It may also appear in math- or diagram-style contexts where a downward mapping or transition is being shown.
What is the Unicode for ⧭?
⧭ is Unicode code point U+29ED.
How can I copy ⧭ into my project?
Copy the character directly (⧭) or use the escapes: HTML entity ⧭ and CSS escape \\29ED (JavaScript: \\u{29ED}).
Does ⧭ have a common meaning beyond “down”?
Its most common use is a visual “downward” cue (downward action or direction). It’s also used in diagram-style and math-like visuals to indicate a downward transition.
Why would I choose ⧭ over a simple ↓ arrow?
⧭ has a filled, icon-like circle that can look more like a badge or control indicator, making it stand out more clearly in UI and formatted text.