Symbol· Arrows & Pointers
↑ Upwards Arrow
U+2191
↑ is the Unicode character “Upwards Arrow” (U+2191, decimal 8593) in the Arrows & Pointers collection on Free Text Symbols. It pastes as plain text into bios, usernames, messages, docs, and code comments — not as an image sticker. It sits in the Arrows block and was added in Unicode 1.1.
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Codes for developers
- Unicode
- U+2191
- Decimal
- 8593
- UTF-8
- E2 86 91
- HTML entity
- ↑
- HTML hex
- ↑
- CSS escape
- \2191
- JavaScript
- \u2191
- URL
- %E2%86%91
- Unicode block
- Arrows
- Unicode version
- 1.1
What is Upwards Arrow?
↑ is the Unicode character “Upwards Arrow” (U+2191, decimal 8593) in the Arrows & Pointers collection on Free Text Symbols. It pastes as plain text into bios, usernames, messages, docs, and code comments — not as an image sticker. It sits in the Arrows block and was added in Unicode 1.1.
When to use ↑
Use Upwards Arrow when you want a compact Arrows & Pointers glyph that survives copy-paste across phones and apps. Pair it with other Arrows & Pointers symbols, or drop it into a fancy-text line for Instagram, Discord, TikTok, or email signatures.
How to copy and paste
Tap the large glyph or the Copy button to put ↑ on your clipboard, then paste with Ctrl+V or Cmd+V. Open the parent Arrows & Pointers page for more related characters, or the guide for PNG download tips.
Which up arrow should you use? ↑ vs ⇧ vs ⇑ vs ⬆ vs ▲
| Symbol | Name | Code point | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| ↑ | Upwards Arrow | U+2191 (↑) | The plain, everyday up arrow for text, tables and notes |
| ↥ | Upwards Arrow from Bar | U+21A5 | "Up to the top" or upload-style arrows |
| ⇑ | Upwards Double Arrow | U+21D1 (⇑) | Stronger "increase" or logic notation |
| ⇧ | Upwards White Arrow | U+21E7 | The Shift key symbol in keyboard shortcuts |
| ⬆ | Upwards Black Arrow | U+2B06 | Heavier arrow; can turn into an emoji |
| ▲ | Black Up-Pointing Triangle | U+25B2 | Triangle "increase" marker, as in stock or sort indicators |
How to type ↑ on Windows, Mac and the web
- Windows: on a keyboard with a numpad, hold Alt and type
24on the numpad. This works in many programs such as Notepad, but some apps ignore Alt codes.Alt+30gives ▲ the same way. - Mac: there is no built-in shortcut. Press Control+Command+Space and search "arrow up".
- HTML:
↑or↑. CSS:content: "\2191";. LaTeX:$\uparrow$. - Anywhere else: copy the symbol from this page.
Text arrow vs emoji arrow
↑ is a plain text character, so it matches your font and colour and will not turn into a picture. ⬆ is different. On many phones it shows as a blue or coloured emoji, especially when followed by the emoji variation selector (U+FE0F). 🔼 is always an emoji button. If you need the same look on every device, choose ↑, ⇑ or ▲.
Where up arrows are actually useful
- Changelogs and release notes: "↑ faster export" reads quickly.
- Tables and dashboards: pair ↑ with ↓ for "increased / decreased" columns, or use ▲ and ▼ for compact markers.
- "Back to top" links: ↑ or ↥ before the label.
- Keyboard instructions: write the Up key as ↑ and the Shift key as ⇧ so readers can tell them apart.
- Bios and captions: a single ↑ pointing at a link or a "new post" note.
- Plain-text and code comments: ↑ is clearer than the ASCII caret
^, which also means "exponent" or "Ctrl" in some contexts.
Accessibility
Screen readers usually read the Unicode name, so ↑ is announced as "upwards arrow". If the arrow carries meaning, such as "up 5%", write the words as well or in a hidden label. Don't use arrows as the only way to show a trend in a chart or table.
See also: arrow symbols copy and paste, the ↓ down arrow and all arrow symbols.
Related Arrows & Pointers symbols
FAQ
Upwards Arrow FAQ
Short answers about copying ↑ (Upwards Arrow).
How do I copy Upwards Arrow (↑)?
Click the large ↑ glyph or the Copy button on this page. The character is copied as Unicode text you can paste into any app that accepts plain text.
What is the Unicode code for Upwards Arrow?
Upwards Arrow is U+2191 (decimal 8593, UTF-8 E2 86 91). HTML entity: ↑. HTML hex: ↑. CSS escape: \2191.
Where can I paste ↑?
Paste Upwards Arrow into social bios, usernames, chat apps, documents, and websites. It is free Unicode text from the Arrows & Pointers set on Free Text Symbols.
How do I download Upwards Arrow (↑) as a PNG?
Use the PNG image panel on this page. Choose a size from 64 to 1024 pixels and a transparent or solid background, then press Download PNG. The file is created in your browser.
How do I download or copy Upwards Arrow (↑) as an SVG?
Use the SVG image panel on this page. Choose a size from 64 to 1024 pixels and a transparent or solid background, then press Download SVG or Copy SVG. The file and the markup are created in your browser.
What is the Alt code for the up arrow?
On Windows with a numpad, hold Alt and type 24 to get ↑. Some apps don't support Alt codes.
What is the difference between ↑ and ⬆?
↑ is a plain text arrow. ⬆ is a heavier arrow that many phones display as an emoji.
What does ⇧ mean?
It is the Shift key symbol, used in keyboard shortcut notation.
How do I write an up arrow in HTML?
Use ↑ or ↑.
Is there an up arrow I can use in a username?
↑ and ▲ are plain text and usually accepted. Preview after saving.