Rightwards Double Arrow with Stroke ⇏

⇏ (U+21CF) 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: Rightwards Double Arrow with Stroke 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 symbol RIGHTWARDS DOUBLE ARROW WITH STROKE has the code point U+21CF and sits in the Arrows block of the Unicode standard. It belongs to the Common script, so it is used across many languages and regions. This character shows two rightward arrows with a vertical stroke and is designed to indicate a strong move to the right. In practice, it helps users see a direction or a flow in diagrams, charts, and interfaces. It is used to emphasize progression, continuation, or a step that follows. Designers may choose it to mark a next action or to guide navigation in menus and forms. In text, the symbol can act as a visual cue without relying on words. Its appearance is distinct from a simple single arrow, signaling a more explicit or emphasized direction. When applied in documents or apps, it supports quick comprehension by drawing the eye toward the next part of content or a linked action. This makes it a helpful tool for clarity in both print and digital materials.

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