Downwards Compressed Arrow 🠿

🠿 (U+1F83F) 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: Downwards Compressed Arrow is part of the Symbols family (block: Supplemental Arrows-C). 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 DOWNWARDS COMPRESSED ARROW depicts a downward pointing arrow that is compact in height. Use it to indicate downward navigation in interfaces, to mark expanding or collapsing sections, and to point users toward content below in documents. It supports quick cues when space is tight and can replace longer chevrons in compact menus. The usage_atoms note that arrows commonly indicate direction and navigation cues in interfaces and documents. Across platforms, the symbol may render with slight size or style differences; provide a textual alternative or aria-label for screen readers to ensure accessibility.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+1F83F 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.