Leftwards Paired Arrows ⇇

⇇ (U+21C7) 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 Paired Arrows 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 Paired Arrows, U+21C7, belongs to the Arrows block and uses the Common script. The symbol is named for a pair of leftward arrows. It is a part of the Unicode set used to show direction. Arrows commonly indicate direction and navigation cues in interfaces and documents. The character is designed to be simple and clear in text. In practical use, it can mark back navigation, return movement, or a leftward flow in diagrams and lists. Designers and writers choose it when two arrows point the same direction or when a leftward option needs emphasis. As a standard symbol, it travels with other arrows across platforms and files. It helps users understand a command, link, or instruction that moves toward the left. When included in help sections or menus, the symbol reinforces navigation intent. In plain text, it remains readable and unobtrusive. The pairing implies a mirrored action and can pair with rightward arrows in other symbols. Overall, it serves as a concise cue for backward or dual-direction choices in work documents and software interfaces.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+21C7 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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