Right Angle with Downwards Zigzag Arrow ⍼

⍼ (U+237C) 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: Right Angle with Downwards Zigzag Arrow is part of the Symbols family (block: Miscellaneous Technical). If you need styled or decorative alternatives, try our Fancy Text tool to generate compatible text that works in most modern interfaces.

History & usage: RIGHT ANGLE WITH DOWNWARDS ZIGZAG ARROW is a symbol in the Miscellaneous Technical block. It represents a turn or a directional step that moves downward while signaling a zigzag or jagged path. The glyph is used to show a change in direction that is not straight, often indicating a tricky route or a nonlinear step. In many documents, this icon helps readers follow a path that bends and shifts. The name and codepoint help designers identify it in a set of symbols for technical diagrams and user interfaces. It is part of a broad category where arrows convey navigation, flow, and progression. When used, the symbol communicates that the next part of a process does not go straight ahead. It guides users to adjust direction and anticipate changes in layout or sequence. This helps clarify steps and reduces confusion in technical drawings, manuals, and digital interfaces. Overall, the symbol serves as a visual cue for a downward, nonstraight turn in a clear and concise way.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+237C 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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