Leftwards Arrow-Tail ⤙

⤙ (U+2919) 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 Arrow-Tail is part of the Symbols family (block: Supplemental Arrows-B). 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 character LEFTWARDS ARROW-TAIL has the code point U+2919. It belongs to the Supplemental Arrows-B block and uses the Common script. This symbol is part of a family of arrows used in text and graphics to show flow and orientation. In reference works, it is identified by its name and code point, helping readers and systems recognize the symbol across fonts and platforms. The LEFTWARDS ARROW-TAIL can appear in lists, diagrams, and user interfaces where a pointer or indicator needs to point left with a tail style. The usage atom notes that arrows commonly indicate direction and navigation cues in interfaces and documents. By design, such arrows help users infer movement, order, or available actions, and they are frequently used alongside other directional symbols to create clear visual pathways. As a common symbol in digital writing, it supports quick comprehension without requiring long explanations. In practical work, designers may place it near controls, menus, or steps to imply backward movement or a return path. This makes it a concise tool for guiding attention in text and visuals.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+2919 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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