Leftwards Triangle-Headed Paired Arrows ⮄

⮄ (U+2B84) 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 Triangle-Headed Paired Arrows 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 symbol with codepoint hex 2B84 is named Leftwards Triangle-Headed Paired Arrows. Its Unicode code point is U+2B84. It belongs to the Miscellaneous Symbols and Arrows block and uses the Common script. In practice, this character is used to show paired arrows that point left. It helps readers understand two related directions at once. The design combines a triangular head and two arrows to convey a backward or backward‑moving action. This kind of symbol can appear in diagrams, maps, interfaces, or documents where a split or paired path is shown. Its clear, simple form supports quick recognition in text flow and visual layouts. Like other symbols in its block, it serves as a compact marker rather than a word, so writers use it when space is limited. The character is part of common notation, not tied to a single language. In display, it should be checked for consistency with surrounding arrows and shapes to avoid confusion. Overall, it offers a straightforward way to indicate leftward direction or paired backward movement in a variety of digital and print contexts.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+2B84 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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