Leftwards Arrow with Tip Upwards ⬑

⬑ (U+2B11) 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 with Tip Upwards 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: Symbol: LEFTWARDS ARROW WITH TIP UPWARDS (U+2B11) belongs to the Miscellaneous Symbols and Arrows block and uses the Common script. It is a leftward arrow with a tip pointing upward, a design chosen to convey direction with emphasis. In history, such arrows emerged as simple signs to guide reading and movement in texts and diagrams. In modern usage, the arrow helps users move to earlier items or navigate back in interfaces and documents. It signals a reverse path or a return action, and can pair with other symbols to show related steps. Designers use it to indicate backward steps or upward direction within a leftward flow. The format supports plain text displays across platforms and does not rely on color or animation. In keyboards and fonts, it is drawn with a straight shaft and a tip that points left and up, aiding quick recognition. The symbol remains a compact cue for navigation, backtracking, or revisiting prior content. It plays a supporting role alongside other arrows to clarify sequence and control in user interfaces.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+2B11 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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