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Character
←Unicode codepoint
U+2190HTML named entity
←HTML decimal entity
←HTML hex entity
←CSS escape
\2190JavaScript escape
\u2190Meaning and usage
Left arrows appear in back buttons, carousels, pagination, and diagrams that show a return path or a reversed process. It pairs naturally with the right arrow to show back and forward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HTML code for a left arrow?
Use ← or ← inside your HTML, or paste the ← character directly.
Is there a keyboard shortcut for the left arrow symbol?
On Windows you can use the character map or an HTML entity; there is no universal keyboard shortcut, so copying the symbol is the fastest method.