Right Arrow (→)
HTML entity for the right arrow (→). Learn how to use → or → in HTML for navigation, links, and call-to-action buttons.
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Right Arrow
All Formats
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Character | → |
| HTML Entity | → |
| HTML Code (Decimal) | → |
| Unicode | U+2192 |
| CSS Content | \2192 |
| Category | Arrow |
About Right Arrow
The right arrow (→) is one of the most frequently used special characters in web design. It appears in navigation elements, "read more" links, call-to-action buttons, breadcrumbs, and step indicators to suggest forward movement or continuation.
In HTML, insert the right arrow using →, →, or →. The named entity → is clean, readable, and supported across all modern browsers. Right arrows are a universal visual cue for "next," "continue," or "go to."
The right arrow is part of the Arrows Unicode block. It renders as a simple horizontal arrow pointing to the right and is available in virtually all fonts. For variations, consider the double right arrow ⇒ (⇒) for logical implication, or the rightwards arrow with hook for return key indicators.
In CSS, use "\2192" with the content property to append right arrows to links via the ::after pseudo-element. This is a very common design pattern: a::after { content: " \2192"; } adds an arrow after every link. Screen readers announce this as "right arrow" or "rightwards arrow."
Usage Examples
<!-- Using named entity -->
<p>This is the Right Arrow: →</p>
<!-- Using numeric code -->
<p>This is the Right Arrow: →</p>
<!-- Using the character directly (UTF-8) -->
<p>This is the Right Arrow: →</p>
<!-- In CSS -->
.icon::before {
content: "\2192";
}FAQ
What is the HTML entity for Right Arrow?
The Right 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 "\2192". For example: content: "\2192";
What is the Unicode code point for Right Arrow?
The Unicode code point for Right Arrow is U+2192. This is the universal identifier for this character across all platforms and programming languages.
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