Right-pointing Curved Angle Bracket Symbol
⧽ is the right-pointing curved angle bracket used to suggest direction, emphasis, or a shaped connector.
U+29FD
The symbol ⧽ is called the right-pointing curved angle bracket. It’s a distinctive Math character (U+29FD) that can add a visual “pointing” or “bracketed” feel to text. Use it in UI labels, designs, and documentation with the provided copy codes.
Right-pointing Curved Angle Bracket Symbol Meaning
⧽ (Unicode U+29FD) is a right-pointing curved angle bracket. Visually, it resembles a curved bracket that directs attention to the right, so it’s often used as a typographic marker, connector, or directional cue. Because it’s a bracket-like glyph, designers may also use it to frame or stylize phrases (for example, indicating “from… to…” or “→” style relationships) without relying on arrows. In math and technical contexts, angle-bracket terminology commonly relates to grouping or notation, though the exact meaning depends on the surrounding text and your application.
Common uses
- •As a visual directional cue in headings or UI microcopy (e.g., “Settings ⧽ Advanced”).
- •Framing or stylizing list items and labels where a bracketed look is desired.
- •Decorating documentation to separate a step or transition (e.g., “Step 1 ⧽ Step 2”).
- •Enhancing diagram captions and callouts where arrows are too common or too busy.
- •Adding emphasis in design comps for forms, menus, or badges where you want a subtle “pointing” glyph.
Examples
⧽ Right-Pointing Curved Angle Bracket
- ⧽Profile ⧽ Notifications
- ⧽Input ⧽ Validation
- ⧽Overview ⧽ Details
- ⧽Step 1 ⧽ Step 2
- ⧽Choose category ⧽ Confirm
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+29FD | |
| HTML Entity | ⧽ | |
| HTML Code | ⧽ | |
| CSS | \29FD | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 10749 | |
| Decimal | 10749 |
How to type Right-pointing Curved Angle Bracket Symbol (⧽)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 10749 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 29FD then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 29FD. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 29fd, 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 Right-pointing Curved Angle Bracket symbol mean?
⧽ (Unicode U+29FD) is a right-pointing curved angle bracket. Visually, it resembles a curved bracket that directs attention to the right, so it’s often used as a typographic marker, connector, or directional cue. Because it’s a bracket-like glyph, designers may also use it to frame or stylize phrases (for example, indicating “from… to…” or “→” style relationships) without relying on arrows. In math and technical contexts, angle-bracket terminology commonly relates to grouping or notation, though the exact meaning depends on the surrounding text and your application.
What is the Unicode code point for ⧽?
⧽ is U+29FD.
How do I type or insert ⧽ on the web?
You can use the HTML entity ⧽ or the CSS/JS escapes: CSS \\29FD and JavaScript \\u{29FD}.
Is ⧽ a math symbol or just a decorative glyph?
It’s categorized as Math in Unicode, but the practical meaning you use (direction, emphasis, bracket-style framing) usually depends on the surrounding text.
Will ⧽ look the same in every browser or font?
Appearance can vary by font support. If a font lacks the glyph, it may fall back to a different style or show a missing-character box.