APL Functional Symbol Quad Rightwards Arrow Symbol
⍈ is an APL technical symbol (Unicode U+2348) described as a quad rightwards arrow.
U+2348
⍈ is a Unicode character used in APL-related contexts. Its official Unicode description is “APL FUNCTIONAL SYMBOL QUAD RIGHTWARDS ARROW” (U+2348). This page helps you copy it reliably and understand where it may appear.
Apl Functional Symbol Quad Rightwards Arrow Symbol Meaning
⍈ (Unicode U+2348) is an APL functional symbol commonly referred to by its Unicode name: “APL FUNCTIONAL SYMBOL QUAD RIGHTWARDS ARROW.” As an APL-specific glyph, it’s typically encountered in APL code, documentation, or educational materials that discuss APL functions and notation. The symbol’s layout suggests an arrow-like operation, but it is best treated as an APL syntax character rather than a general-purpose arrow in everyday writing. If you’re working with APL source text, you’ll want to use the correct Unicode character so that APL tooling, fonts, and copy/paste behavior remain consistent.
Common uses
- •Copying the exact APL symbol into documentation or tutorials about APL syntax
- •Writing or editing APL code samples in editors and websites that support Unicode characters
- •Using the symbol in technical posts where readers expect the precise APL glyph
- •Including ⍈ in worksheets or cheat sheets for APL functional operators
- •Testing font and rendering support for Unicode U+2348 in web or design environments
Examples
⍈ APL functional symbol quad rightwards arrow
- ⍈“In APL, the ⍈ symbol appears as part of the functional notation.”
- ⍈“Replace the placeholder with ⍈ to match the original APL expression.”
- ⍈“When typesetting APL code, ensure ⍈ is encoded as U+2348.”
- ⍈“This tutorial shows ⍈ in context within an APL function example.”
- ⍈“Copy ⍈ directly from Unicode to avoid similar-looking arrows.”
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2348 | |
| HTML Entity | ⍈ | |
| HTML Code | ⍈ | |
| CSS | \2348 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9032 | |
| Decimal | 9032 |
How to type APL Functional Symbol Quad Rightwards Arrow Symbol (⍈)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9032 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2348 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2348. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2348, 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 Unicode character is ⍈?
⍈ is the Unicode character U+2348, with the Unicode name “APL FUNCTIONAL SYMBOL QUAD RIGHTWARDS ARROW.”
How can I copy ⍈ reliably?
Copy the symbol directly from this page, or use the provided entity: ⍈ (U+2348).
What does ⍈ mean outside of APL?
It’s an APL-specific functional symbol, so its intended meaning is primarily in APL notation and related technical materials.
Will ⍈ display correctly on my website?
It depends on font and Unicode support. Since it’s Unicode (U+2348), it should display correctly in environments that support this codepoint.