Leftwards Arrow from Bar ↤

↤ (U+21A4) 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 Arrow from Bar 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: The character U+21A4 is named LEFTWARDS ARROW FROM BAR. It belongs to the Arrows block and uses the Common script. Its code point in hex is 21A4. The symbol appears as an arrow that originates at a short vertical bar and points to the left. In history and usage, arrows are used to show direction and flow. This particular symbol communicates movement to the left from a bar, which can help denote a return path or a backward step in diagrams or text. In practice, it serves as a visual cue for users to navigate or to indicate reversal or backtracking in a sequence. In interfaces and documents, arrows commonly indicate direction and navigation cues. The symbol is simple and clear, which helps it function in small sizes and in diverse fonts. It integrates with other arrows to form navigation schemes. As a standard glyph, it supports quick recognition in lists, forms, and instructional materials. The result is a versatile marker for users to follow a leftward path or a step that proceeds from a bar element.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+21A4 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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