Open-Outlined Rightwards Arrow

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

Symbol: ➾
Unicode: U+27BE
HTML entity: ➾
Category: Arrow Symbols

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About the open-outlined rightwards arrow symbol

Identified as the Open-Outlined Rightwards Arrow, this character is a hollow directional graphic found within the Dingbats block. It is typically read as a rightwards arrow or a pointer. Because it is categorized as a common script symbol, it maintains a consistent structural appearance across different digital platforms, though its specific weight may shift depending on the typeface used.

You will find this symbol primarily in typography and instructional signage where a clear, visual indicator of motion or transition is required without the solid visual weight of a standard arrow. In digital contexts, it is used in social media posts to highlight links or upcoming text, and it appears in technical documentation to represent a process flow or a step-by-step sequence. It is also occasionally employed in user interface design to signify an export action or an external redirect.

How to type Open-Outlined Rightwards 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 27BE 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 27BE.
Or: Control + Command + Space opens the Character Viewer — search by name.