Downwards Black Arrow ⬇

⬇ (U+2B07) 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 Black Arrow is part of the Symbols family (block: Miscellaneous Symbols and 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 DOWNWARDS BLACK ARROW (U+2B07) is a symbol in the Miscellaneous Symbols and Arrows block. It appears as a solid arrow pointing downward. In many displays, it signals direction or movement. It is used to show scroll actions, navigate to content below, or indicate a drop in value in charts. In documents, arrows help readers move through sections or steps. The character is part of the common set used in text, UI icons, and simple diagrams. When designers need a clear cue for vertical direction, this arrow often fits well. Its solid form helps it stand out on screens and in print. Writers and developers may place it alongside controls for menus, lists, or forms to guide the eye downward. The usage atom notes that arrows commonly indicate direction and navigation cues in interfaces and documents. This helps users understand actions without extra words. The symbol remains a straightforward tool for signaling movement and order in many contexts.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+2B07 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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