⬅️
left arrow
Symbols · arrow
| Name (Unicode) | left arrow |
|---|---|
| Code point | U+2B05 U+FE0F |
| Keywords | arrow, cardinal, direction, left, west |
| Emoji version | 0.6 (2010) |
| UTF-8 | E2 AC 85 EF B8 8F |
| HTML | ⬅️ |
| Character details | U+2B05 |
Frequently asked questions
What does the ⬅️ emoji mean?
⬅️ is officially called “left arrow” and belongs to the group Symbols. Typical keywords: arrow, cardinal, direction, left, west.
Since when has ⬅️ existed?
⬅️ was introduced in Emoji version 0.6 (2010). Older devices may show it as an empty box.
How do I type ⬅️ on a computer?
Windows: Win+. (period) opens the emoji picker, macOS: Ctrl+Cmd+Space, Linux (GNOME): Ctrl+. in many apps. On a phone, search the emoji keyboard for “arrow” – or simply copy it here.
What is the Unicode code of ⬅️?
Code points: U+2B05 U+FE0F. In HTML: ⬅️. UTF-8 bytes: E2 AC 85 EF B8 8F.