Down Arrowhead ⌄

⌄ (U+2304) 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: Down Arrowhead is part of the Symbols family (block: Miscellaneous Technical). 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 named DOWN ARROWHEAD has the codepoint U+2304. It is listed in the Miscellaneous Technical block and uses the Common script. This character is used as a visual cue for direction. In many contexts, arrows show where to go or what action to take next. The thumbnail form is an arrowhead pointing downward, which helps indicate descent, submission, or downward navigation. The surrounding text or icons may pair with this glyph to guide users in interfaces, forms, and diagrams. The codepoint and name help reference the symbol in technical documents and design references. Because it is a general-purpose arrowhead, it can appear in menus, toolbars, and help text where a downward choice is needed. While arrows often convey movement, this specific glyph focuses on vertical direction. Its simple shape makes it easy to recognize at various sizes. Users encounter it as part of a set of directional cues that support navigation and clarity. In documentation, the symbol supports quick understanding by readers who see it alongside other arrows.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+2304 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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