Downwards Dashed Arrow Symbol

A symbol from the Arrow Symbols collection. Click the symbol or the button below to copy.

Arrow Symbols collection

Symbol: ⇣
Unicode: U+21E3
HTML entity: ⇣
Category: Arrow Symbols

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About the downwards dashed arrow symbol

In mathematics, this character appears in notation for a limit approaching from above, indicating a value decreasing toward a limit. It also functions in technical diagrams and flowcharts as a directional marker for downward movement or progression, where the dashed line distinguishes it from a solid arrow to denote a conditional or interrupted path. As part of the Unicode Arrows block, it serves as a standard symbol for downward direction with a dashed style, used across various contexts requiring a non-solid arrow indicator.

How to type Downwards Dashed Arrow

Native keyboard shortcuts for each operating system — derived from the codepoint, so the steps below are always accurate.

Windows

2 options

In Word / Outlook: type 21E3 then press Alt + X.
Anywhere: press Win + . to open the emoji & symbol picker, then search.

macOS

2 options

Enable “Unicode Hex Input” in System Settings → Keyboard, then hold Option and type 21E3.
Or: Control + Command + Space opens the Character Viewer — search by name.