Downwards Triangle-Headed Zigzag Arrow ⭍

⭍ (U+2B4D) 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 Triangle-Headed Zigzag 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 character U+2B4D, also named DOWNWARDS TRIANGLE-HEADED ZIGZAG ARROW, sits in the Miscellaneous Symbols and Arrows block. It lives in the Common script. Arrows commonly indicate direction and navigation cues in interfaces and documents. In text, this symbol can point toward a path, a next step, or a downward flow. Designers use it to guide users through forms, menus, or charts. The zigzag head adds emphasis and a sense of movement along a vertical route. People may see it in diagrams to show a step downward or a pointer to a lower section. Because it is a Unicode symbol, it can appear across platforms where the font supports it. When used, it should be clear and not confuse readers who expect simple arrows. In short, the arrow combines a down direction with a zigzag style for emphasis.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+2B4D 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.