Leftwards Arrow Above Short Rightwards Arrow ⥃

⥃ (U+2943) 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: Leftwards Arrow Above Short Rightwards 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 symbol LEFTWARDS ARROW ABOVE SHORT RIGHTWARDS ARROW is a composite arrow found in the Supplemental Arrows-B block. Its code point is U+2943, hex 2943. It is used in contexts where both a backward move and a forward hint appear together. In written text, the glyph can signal a return or backward navigation with an added rightward cue. In interfaces, designers use such arrows to guide users, show options, or indicate steps in a process. The character belongs to the Common script and supports cross‑platform use. Its shape communicates a sequence: go back and then continue to the right. This helps when space is limited or when a single symbol must convey two directions. The history of arrow symbols includes many variants that pair directions. This combo arrow is part of that tradition, offering a compact visual cue. The usage atoms describe arrows as direction and navigation cues in interfaces and documents, which aligns with how the symbol is applied. Overall, it serves as a practical mark for movement and choice in digital and printed media.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+2943 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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