Black Medium Left-pointing Triangle Symbol
⏴ is a black, medium, left-pointing triangle symbol (U+23F4).
U+23F4
⏴ is a technical symbol from the Unicode set. It displays as a solid black triangle pointing to the left. You can copy it directly or use its Unicode code point in text and UI work.
Black Medium Left-pointing Triangle Symbol Meaning
⏴ is the Unicode character named “BLACK MEDIUM LEFT-POINTING TRIANGLE” (U+23F4). It’s primarily used as a directional or UI indicator—commonly signaling “go left,” “previous,” or a leftward transition in interfaces and documents. Because it is a technical symbol rather than a widely standardized pictogram with a single cultural meaning, its intent is usually determined by surrounding text or UI context. In practice, it works well for compact arrows in headings, buttons, and lists where you want a bold, simple left-pointing marker.
Common uses
- •Labeling a “previous” or “back” action in menus and toolbars
- •Creating directional markers in documentation and instructions
- •Designing compact UI legends or state indicators in dashboards
- •Using as a stylistic left arrow in headings, callouts, or lists
- •Annotating leftward links in text-based interfaces and chat UIs
Examples
⏴ Black Medium Left-Pointing Triangle
- ⏴Back: ⏴
- ⏴Previous page ⏴
- ⏴Move left ⏴
- ⏴Section navigation ⏴
- ⏴Return ⏴ to continue
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+23F4 | |
| HTML Entity | ⏴ | |
| HTML Code | ⏴ | |
| CSS | \23F4 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9204 | |
| Decimal | 9204 |
How to type Black Medium Left-pointing Triangle Symbol (⏴)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9204 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 23F4 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 23F4. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 23f4, 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 Medium Left-pointing Triangle symbol mean?
⏴ is the Unicode character named “BLACK MEDIUM LEFT-POINTING TRIANGLE” (U+23F4). It’s primarily used as a directional or UI indicator—commonly signaling “go left,” “previous,” or a leftward transition in interfaces and documents. Because it is a technical symbol rather than a widely standardized pictogram with a single cultural meaning, its intent is usually determined by surrounding text or UI context. In practice, it works well for compact arrows in headings, buttons, and lists where you want a bold, simple left-pointing marker.
What is the Unicode code point for ⏴?
⏴ is Unicode U+23F4.
How do I use ⏴ in HTML?
You can use the HTML entity: ⏴
What is the CSS escape for ⏴?
CSS escape: \23F4
Where is ⏴ most commonly used?
It’s most often used as a left-direction indicator in technical UI, navigation labels, and documentation.