Black Left Pointing Index Symbol
☚ is a black left-pointing index used to direct attention to the left.
U+261A
The symbol ☚ (BLACK LEFT POINTING INDEX, U+261A) is a compact pointer icon. You can use it in text to suggest “look left” or to indicate a leftward action. It’s also convenient for UI labels and design mockups.
Black Left Pointing Index Symbol Meaning
☚ is a black left-pointing index that functions as a visual cue for direction and focus. Most commonly, it’s used to indicate where to look or what to select on the left side of something, such as navigation controls, diagrams, or step-by-step instructions. Depending on the context, it can also imply “move left,” “previous,” or “go back.” Because it’s a standalone glyph, it works well in plain text, social posts, and small UI annotations where you want an immediate leftward pointer without adding extra words.
Common uses
- •Labeling a left-side control in menus (e.g., “previous”).
- •Adding directional cues in instructions or tutorials (e.g., “see ☚ for the left panel”).
- •Marking interactive UI elements in mockups and wireframes.
- •Emphasizing the left option in comparisons or checklists.
- •Creating simple decorative callouts in posts or graphics.
Examples
☚ Black Left Pointing Index
- ☚Click ☚ to move to the previous section.
- ☚The left menu is shown next to ☚.
- ☚Choose ☚ if you want to adjust the left side.
- ☚For step 2, look ☚ and select “Back.”
- ☚In the diagram, item A is indicated by ☚.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+261A | |
| HTML Entity | ☚ | |
| HTML Code | ☚ | |
| CSS | \261A | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9754 | |
| Decimal | 9754 |
How to type Black Left Pointing Index Symbol (☚)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9754 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 261A then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 261A. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 261a, 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 ☚ mean?
☚ is a black left-pointing index, typically used to indicate “look left” or a leftward choice/action.
What is the Unicode code point for ☚?
The symbol ☚ has the Unicode code point U+261A.
Can I use ☚ in plain text and social media?
Yes. It’s a single Unicode glyph, so it generally works well in plain text, messages, and posts, depending on font support.
How do I copy ☚ from this page?
Copy the character ☚ directly, or use the escape forms provided on the site: HTML entity ☚ or CSS escape \\261A.