Long Rightwards Arrow ⟶

⟶ (U+27F6) 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: Long Rightwards Arrow is part of the Symbols family (block: Supplemental Arrows-A). 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 LONG RIGHTWARDS ARROW (U+27F6) belongs to the Supplemental Arrows-A block and is classified as Common. It has a clear role in pointing forward or to the next step. In practical use, it helps readers move through lists, forms, and navigation menus. In many documents, designers place it at the end of a line to show continuation. In software interfaces, it marks progress, forward motion, or an action that proceeds to the next screen. The symbol’s long shape makes it easy to spot in dense layouts. Its history comes from the need for directional marks that extend beyond standard arrows. This symbol is favored when space is available and a strong cue is needed. It appears in contexts where quick recognition matters. Because it is a simple glyph, it scales well across fonts and devices. Arrows commonly indicate direction and navigation cues in interfaces and documents. This general usage remains stable across platforms, languages, and accessibility settings, ensuring users understand the intended path forward.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+27F6 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.