The complete list of arrow symbols
This page lists every arrow character in Unicode, almost 600 of them. You will find simple arrows → ← ↑ ↓, double arrows ⇒ ⇔, curved arrows ↩ ↪, heavy arrows ➜ ➤, long arrows ⟶ ⟵, harpoons ⇀ and many rare technical arrows used in maths and diagrams.
Every arrow is real text, so it takes the colour and size of the words around it. Tap any arrow to copy it and paste it anywhere.
Types of arrows in Unicode
- Basic arrows: → ← ↑ ↓ ↔ ↕ ↖ ↗ ↘ ↙ for directions.
- Double arrows: ⇒ ⇐ ⇔ ⇑ ⇓ for logic and meaning.
- Curved and turning arrows: ↩ ↪ ↺ ↻ ⤴ ⤵ for undo, redo and loops.
- Dingbat arrows: ➜ ➔ ➤ ➢ ➳ ➶ for bold, decorative pointers.
- Long arrows: ⟶ ⟵ ⟷ ⟹ for diagrams and maths.
- Harpoons and special arrows: ⇀ ⇁ ↼ ⥊ ⤳ for chemistry and advanced maths.
What arrows are used for
Arrows guide the eye. In a document they show steps, like “Open → Settings → Privacy”. In a social bio they point to a link: “Shop here ↓”. In maths, ⇒ means “implies” and ⇔ means “if and only if”. In chemistry, → shows a reaction and ⇌ shows that it can go both ways. In design, arrows show flow in charts, slides and wireframes.
Arrows are also part of everyday writing online. People use ↑ to agree with a comment above, → to show a result, and ↻ to mean refresh or repeat.
How to choose the right arrow
For everyday text, the simple arrows → and ← are the safest because every device shows them well. For a bolder look in a bio or a heading, try ➜ or ➤. For a smart, clean style in slides, the long arrow ⟶ looks great. If you need an arrow inside a formula, pick the matching math arrow so it lines up with other symbols.
If you only need the most common arrows, the arrow symbols collection shows the popular ones first. This category page is the full list, for when you need something specific.
Search arrows by name
Every arrow has an official name, like “rightwards arrow” or “anticlockwise open circle arrow”. Type words like “double”, “curved”, “up” or “heavy” in the search box to narrow the list. Open any arrow with the i button to see its code point and HTML code, which is handy if you are writing a web page or a LaTeX document.
Typing arrows
Some apps turn -> into → automatically, but many do not. On Windows you can type → with Alt + 26 in some programs, and on a Mac you can use the Character Viewer. Copying is usually quicker, and it gives you the exact arrow you want every time.
Frequently asked questions
- How many arrow symbols are there?
- Unicode has around 600 arrow characters, and this page lists all of them.
- What does ⇒ mean?
- In maths and logic, the double right arrow means “implies”. In everyday notes it often means “so” or “results in”.
- Which arrow is best for an Instagram bio?
- Popular choices are ↓, ➜, ➤ and ⤷, because they point clearly to a link or the next line.
- Why do some arrows show as boxes?
- Rare arrows need a font that includes them. Common arrows work everywhere, but some technical ones may not show on older phones.
- Which arrows mean undo and redo?
- ↶ and ↷ or ↺ and ↻ are commonly used for undo, redo, refresh and repeat.
- Can I use arrows in a PowerPoint slide?
- Yes. Paste them into any text box. They scale with the font size and take the text colour.