Heavy Lower Right-Shadowed White Rightwards Arrow ➭

➭ (U+27AD) 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: Heavy Lower Right-Shadowed White Rightwards Arrow is part of the Symbols family (block: Dingbats). 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 HEAVY LOWER RIGHT-SHADOWED WHITE RIGHTWARDS ARROW is a symbol in the Dingbats block. It carries a clear direction: rightward movement. In history, similar arrows appeared in print and signage to show flow and order. In modern uses, the glyph serves as a navigation cue. It points users toward the next step, item, or page. The symbol fits many interfaces and documents that need a simple indicator of progress. It is often used where space is limited and quick comprehension matters. Designers pick this arrow to signal forward action without extra text. In tech and publishing, the arrow supports accessibility by providing a visual cue that complements labels. The basic idea remains the same: move forward, go ahead, continue. Because it is a universal shape, it travels across languages and cultures. Its strong form helps it stand out on screens and in print. When used consistently, it guides users smoothly through tasks and lists.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+27AD 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.

See our category page for related symbols.