Leftwards Wave Arrow ↜

↜ (U+219C) is a standard Unicode character that you can copy and paste anywhere text is accepted. This page provides a concise reference with safe tips, internal links, and practical guidance so you can use it reliably across apps and platforms.

What it is and where it’s used: Leftwards Wave Arrow is part of the Symbols family (block: Arrows). If you need styled or decorative alternatives, try our Fancy Text tool to generate compatible text that works in most modern interfaces.

History & usage: LEFTWARDS WAVE ARROW is a symbol in the Arrows block. Its code point is U+219C. In use, it helps show movement to the left. It is often shown as a smooth, wave-like line pointing left. In user interfaces, it can indicate back navigation or a return action. In documents, it can mark a previous step or a backward link. The symbol is part of a family of arrows that communicate direction quickly. Designers use it to guide the eye and to suggest sequence or flow. The wave shape gives a softer feel than a straight arrow, which can reduce visual tension. The name and code help technicians reference it in fonts and software. When the symbol appears alone, readers interpret it as a prompt to go back or review earlier content. It remains common in icons, menus, and help sections. Overall, the LEFTWARDS WAVE ARROW serves as a simple, clear cue for backward movement within text and interfaces.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+219C in many development tools or editors. Some operating systems provide a character viewer or input palette that lets you search by name or code and insert the glyph into documents.

Display and fallback: if you see an empty box (tofu) or a placeholder rectangle, the active font might not include this codepoint. Switching to a font with broader Unicode coverage or using a fallback font usually fixes the issue. On the web, ensure the page’s font stack includes a general‑purpose fallback.

Related references: browse the Categories for similar characters. When choosing a symbol, prefer the official codepoint for semantic clarity and better compatibility with search, copy, and accessibility tooling.

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