Double Left Arrow (⇐)
HTML entity for the double left arrow (⇐). Learn how to use ⇐ or ⇐ in HTML for logical notation and navigation.
Arrow
⇐
Double Left Arrow
All Formats
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Character | ⇐ |
| HTML Entity | ⇐ |
| HTML Code (Decimal) | ⇐ |
| Unicode | U+21D0 |
| CSS Content | \21D0 |
| Category | Arrow |
About Double Left Arrow
The double left arrow (⇐), also known as the leftwards double arrow, is used in mathematical and logical notation to represent reverse implication ("is implied by"). In web design, it can also serve as a stronger visual alternative to the single left arrow for navigation.
In HTML, insert this symbol using ⇐, ⇐, or ⇐. Note the uppercase "A" in the named entity. The double left arrow was introduced in HTML 4.0 and is supported by all modern browsers.
The double left arrow is part of the Arrows Unicode block. It features two parallel lines forming the arrow shaft, giving it a bolder appearance than the single left arrow (←). In formal logic and mathematics, it represents the "if" direction of a biconditional statement, while the double right arrow (⇒) represents "then."
In CSS, use "\21D0" with the content property for pseudo-element insertion. The double arrow characters are useful when you need to visually distinguish between primary navigation arrows and secondary or nested navigation elements. They render consistently across platforms.
Usage Examples
<!-- Using named entity -->
<p>This is the Double Left Arrow: ⇐</p>
<!-- Using numeric code -->
<p>This is the Double Left Arrow: ⇐</p>
<!-- Using the character directly (UTF-8) -->
<p>This is the Double Left Arrow: ⇐</p>
<!-- In CSS -->
.icon::before {
content: "\21D0";
}FAQ
What is the HTML entity for Double Left Arrow?
The Double Left Arrow (⇐) can be inserted using the named entity ⇐, the numeric code ⇐, or by pasting the character directly in a UTF-8 document.
How do I use ⇐ in CSS?
In CSS, use the content property with the value "\21D0". For example: content: "\21D0";
What is the Unicode code point for Double Left Arrow?
The Unicode code point for Double Left Arrow is U+21D0. This is the universal identifier for this character across all platforms and programming languages.
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