Rightwards Double Dash Arrow ⤍

⤍ (U+290D) 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 Dash Arrow is part of the Symbols family (block: Supplemental Arrows-B). 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 RIGHTWARDS DOUBLE DASH ARROW has a history in text and diagrams where it marks direction. In many settings it serves as a visual cue for navigation. It appears in lists, flow diagrams, and interfaces to guide the reader forward. In documents it signals a break or continuation with a strong sense of movement. In practice, arrows help readers follow steps and links between ideas. The symbol sits in the Supplemental Arrows-B block and is used with common script conventions. Writers and designers pick its style to fit the surrounding text or UI. Arrows commonly indicate direction and navigation cues in interfaces and documents. Punctuation marks structure text and convey tone; usage conventions differ by style and locale. The double dash outline adds emphasis and pace to the signal. When used well, the symbol clarifies flow and reduces ambiguity. It is one option among many marks for showing sequence, choice, or progression. Users should apply it consistently with other arrows to avoid confusion in a document or screen.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+290D 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.