Downwards Arrow with Corner Leftwards ↵

↵ (U+21B5) 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 Arrow with Corner Leftwards is part of the Symbols family (block: 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: The symbol DOWNWARDS ARROW WITH CORNER LEFTWARDS is a part of the Arrows block in the Common script. It has the code point U+21B5. This character is used to show a move downward with a turn or corner to the left. In practice, it is seen in user interfaces, diagrams, and documents. It helps readers see that an action will take them down while steering them leftward. The same idea appears in lists, forms, and navigation panels. When used, it can signal a back or return action followed by a change in direction. Designers often place it near buttons or links that lead to previous content or a different section. It also appears in instructions to indicate a downward path that curves left. Because it is part of the Arrows block, it fits with other symbols that guide movement and orientation. In documents, it aids quick recognition without text. For accessibility, provide a text label so people using screen readers understand the choice. The symbol is a compact way to convey direction and flow at a glance.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+21B5 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.

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