Upwards White Arrow on Pedestal ⇫

⇫ (U+21EB) 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: Upwards White Arrow on Pedestal 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 UPWARDS WHITE ARROW ON PEDESTAL, with the codepoint U+21EB, belongs to the Arrows block and uses the Common script. It is a distinct glyph that appears in many text and design contexts. In practical terms, it marks direction and authority in a visual form. Its shape suggests moving upward or advancing to a higher point. The name and the pedestal presentation can imply status or guidance, even when used in compact interfaces or diagrams. The usage of arrows in general helps readers scan pages and decide where to look next. As a simple marker, the UPWARDS WHITE ARROW ON PEDESTAL can indicate progression, transfer, or elevation of a task. Designers often place it near controls or sections to signal a next step or a preferred path. Arrows commonly indicate direction and navigation cues in interfaces and documents. This makes the symbol useful across devices, screens, and print. In learning materials, it can help show results climbing or goals being reached. When used consistently, it supports quick comprehension and reduces cognitive load for readers.

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