Leftwards Triangle-Headed Dashed Arrow ⭪

⭪ (U+2B6A) 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 Triangle-Headed Dashed Arrow is part of the Symbols family (block: Miscellaneous Symbols and 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: In history and usage, the LEFTWARDS TRIANGLE-HEADED DASHED ARROW, code point U+2B6A, sits in the Miscellaneous Symbols and Arrows block with a Common script. It appears as a directional symbol and is used to point backward or indicate a return path. The name matches its shape: a triangle head facing left, a dashed shaft. As a symbol, it helps show flow or movement in diagrams and interfaces. Arrows commonly indicate direction and navigation cues in interfaces and documents. Designers use it to guide users, mark back steps, or show a retreat in a sequence. The dashed style can suggest a less final or provisional direction. Punctuation marks structure text and convey tone; usage conventions differ by style and locale. This means the same symbol can have different meanings in different settings. In one context it helps readers unwind a path, in another it marks a pause or backtrack. The symbol belongs to a broad family of arrows that communicate movement without words, making it useful across languages and platforms. Its usage aligns with clear, concise signals that improve readability and navigation.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+2B6A 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.