Leftwards Harpoon with Barb Up Above Long Dash ⥪

⥪ (U+296A) 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 Harpoon with Barb Up Above Long Dash 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 LEFTWARDS HARPOON WITH BARB UP ABOVE LONG DASH is a punctuation sign in Unicode. Its codepoint is U+296A, and it sits in the Supplemental Arrows-B block. It uses the Common script, which means it can appear across many languages and fonts. This symbol is used to structure text and convey tone, and its function can change with different writing styles and locales. In texts, such marks help mark pauses, indicate complex relationships between elements, or add a specific visual cue. Its history is tied to typography and Unicode design, not to everyday handwriting. Because it is specialized, readers may see it mainly in typographic samples, linguistic works, or technical documents. Users choose it when they want a distinct dash-like visual that also carries directional or relational meaning. In practice, the symbol supports the text’s rhythm without introducing extra words. Its presence reflects how writers adapt punctuation to convey nuance across cultures and traditions. Overall, it adds a deliberate, graphic punctuation option for editors and designers who need a unique indicator.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+296A 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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