Arrow Symbols (→ ← ↑ ↓)
Copy any arrow: simple, double, curved, dingbat and triangle pointers.
How to type these symbols
| Symbol | Name | Windows (Alt code) | Mac | HTML |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| → | Right arrow | Alt+26 | - | → |
| ← | Left arrow | Alt+27 | - | ← |
| ↑ | Up arrow | Alt+24 | - | ↑ |
| ↓ | Down arrow | Alt+25 | - | ↓ |
| ⇒ | Rightward double arrow | Alt+8658 | - | ⇒ |
| ↔ | Left right arrow | Alt+29 | - | ↔ |
Windows Alt codes need the numeric keypad with Num Lock on. No keypad? Copying from this page is faster anyway.
Arrows for notes, docs, and bios
The → is the workhorse of note-taking: cause → effect, click → settings → privacy, before → after. Copy any arrow above with a click and paste it into meeting notes, documentation, commit messages, slide decks, or a bio. Every one is a single Unicode character.
Picking the right arrow
Plain arrows (→) read as neutral connectors. Double arrows (⇒) carry the math meaning of implies. Dingbat arrows (➜ ➤) are bolder and work as list markers or call-to-action pointers. Curved arrows (↪ ↩) suggest replies and returns, which is why email clients use them.
Frequently asked questions
How do I type an arrow with my keyboard?
Windows Alt codes: Alt+26 for →, Alt+27 for ←, Alt+24 for ↑, Alt+25 for ↓ (numeric keypad required). In Word, typing --> autocorrects to an arrow. Everything else here is click-to-copy.
What is the arrow symbol used for in notes and documents?
→ is shorthand for leads to, becomes, or see also, and it is beloved in meeting notes, flow descriptions, and commit messages. ⇒ often means implies in math and logic.
Do these arrows work in social media bios and posts?
Yes, they are plain Unicode text, so they paste into bios, captions, tweets, and messages on every platform. Heavy decorated arrows may render slightly differently per platform.
What is the difference between → and ➜ style arrows?
→ is the simple math arrow (U+2192), while ➜ ➤ ➔ are dingbat arrows, bolder pictographic versions from the Zapf Dingbats legacy. Same meaning, different weight; pick the look you want.