Left-pointing Curved Angle Bracket Symbol
The ⧼ symbol is a left-pointing curved angle bracket used as a mathematical/typographic mark.
U+29FC
⧼ (U+29FC) is a Math character known as the left-pointing curved angle bracket. It’s often used to visually point to the left, similar in style to angle-bracket operators. You can copy it directly or use its Unicode codepoint in tools and code.
Left-pointing Curved Angle Bracket Symbol Meaning
⧼ is the Unicode character “LEFT-POINTING CURVED ANGLE BRACKET” (U+29FC). As a typographic symbol, it visually resembles a left-facing bracket with a curved angle form. In practice, it’s most commonly used in math-oriented notation, technical writing, and custom UI typography where a directional bracket or operator-like mark is needed. If you’re composing with Unicode characters, it can function as a specific bracket glyph rather than a semantic operator with a universal meaning; the exact interpretation depends on the context where you place it.
Common uses
- •Mathematical expressions that require a specific left-pointing bracket glyph
- •Creating custom notation in teaching materials or technical documents
- •UI/UX iconography or labels that need a distinct “points left” bracket shape
- •Decorative typography for headings, separators, or callouts in design mockups
- •Text templates for code comments or diagrams where angle-like markers are used
Examples
⧼ Left-Pointing Curved Angle Bracket
- ⧼A ⧼ B
- ⧼Input ⧼ Output
- ⧼Let x ⧼ y denote the selected element
- ⧼Step 1: ⧼ choose the left option
- ⧼Result: ⧼ return to the previous view
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+29FC | |
| HTML Entity | ⧼ | |
| HTML Code | ⧼ | |
| CSS | \29FC | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 10748 | |
| Decimal | 10748 |
How to type Left-pointing Curved Angle Bracket Symbol (⧼)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 10748 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 29FC then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 29FC. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 29fc, 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 Left-pointing Curved Angle Bracket symbol mean?
⧼ is the Unicode character “LEFT-POINTING CURVED ANGLE BRACKET” (U+29FC). As a typographic symbol, it visually resembles a left-facing bracket with a curved angle form. In practice, it’s most commonly used in math-oriented notation, technical writing, and custom UI typography where a directional bracket or operator-like mark is needed. If you’re composing with Unicode characters, it can function as a specific bracket glyph rather than a semantic operator with a universal meaning; the exact interpretation depends on the context where you place it.
What is the Unicode codepoint for ⧼?
The Unicode codepoint for ⧼ is U+29FC.
How do I insert ⧼ using HTML?
You can use the HTML entity ⧼.
How do I represent ⧼ in CSS?
Use the CSS escape \29FC.
Is ⧼ a standard operator with a single universal meaning?
Not exactly—⧼ is primarily a specific typographic glyph. Its interpretation depends on the context where you use it.