Left Arrow (←)
HTML entity for the left arrow (←). Learn how to use ← or ← in HTML for navigation, breadcrumbs, and back buttons.
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All Formats
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Character | ← |
| HTML Entity | ← |
| HTML Code (Decimal) | ← |
| Unicode | U+2190 |
| CSS Content | \2190 |
| Category | Arrow |
About Left Arrow
The left arrow (←) is a directional symbol commonly used in web design for navigation, breadcrumbs, back buttons, and indicating previous steps in a workflow. It is one of the four basic arrow characters in HTML.
In HTML, insert the left arrow using ←, ←, or ←. The named entity ← is the most readable option and is supported by all modern browsers. Left arrows are widely used in pagination controls, carousel sliders, and "go back" links.
The left arrow is part of the Arrows Unicode block (U+2190–U+21FF). It renders as a simple horizontal arrow pointing to the left and is available in virtually all fonts. For a double-headed left arrow, use ⇐ (⇐), and for a long left arrow, consider the Unicode character U+27F5.
In CSS, use "\2190" with the content property to add left arrows as pseudo-element decorations. This is commonly done for "previous" links in pagination, where the arrow appears before the link text. The character is accessible to screen readers, which typically announce it as "left arrow" or "leftwards arrow."
Usage Examples
<!-- Using named entity -->
<p>This is the Left Arrow: ←</p>
<!-- Using numeric code -->
<p>This is the Left Arrow: ←</p>
<!-- Using the character directly (UTF-8) -->
<p>This is the Left Arrow: ←</p>
<!-- In CSS -->
.icon::before {
content: "\2190";
}FAQ
What is the HTML entity for Left Arrow?
The 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 "\2190". For example: content: "\2190";
What is the Unicode code point for Left Arrow?
The Unicode code point for Left Arrow is U+2190. This is the universal identifier for this character across all platforms and programming languages.
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