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🔙 Back Arrow Emoji — Meaning & Usage
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Description
The word BACK with a left-pointing arrow, representing going back, returning to a previous location, or revisiting something from the past.
When to Use
Use for returning to a previous state, going back in navigation, throwback references, or indicating a return.
Example Usage
- “Going back 🔙”
- “Back to basics 🔙”
- “Return to start 🔙”
Popular Combinations
🔙🏠
Going back home
🔙📅
Looking back in time
🔙🔄
Back and forth
How Back Arrow looks across platforms
Open-source emoji designs. Each project maintains its own visual style — colors, shapes, and details may differ from what you see on your device.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 🔙 mean in a text message?▼
The word BACK with a left-pointing arrow, representing going back, returning to a previous location, or revisiting something from the past. Use for returning to a previous state, going back in navigation, throwback references, or indicating a return. The tone can shift depending on context — a message to a friend reads differently than one to a coworker.
What is the official Unicode name for 🔙?▼
Each emoji has an official name assigned by the Unicode Consortium, which may differ from common names used in apps. The Back Arrow emoji's official designation is listed in the Unicode CLDR (Common Locale Data Repository). Shortcode names like those on Slack or Discord are platform-specific.
Can screen readers interpret 🔙?▼
Yes. Screen readers announce emoji by their Unicode name, so 🔙 would be read aloud as "Back Arrow." When using multiple emoji in a row, screen readers read each one individually, which can be overwhelming — so use them sparingly in accessible content.
What is the shortcode for 🔙?▼
On platforms like Slack and Discord, you can type `:back:` to insert the Back Arrow emoji. On GitHub, the same shortcodes work in issues and comments.
Unicode
U+1f519
Category
Symbols
Added
Unicode 1.0
Shortcodes
:back:Keywords
wordsreturn
When to Use 🔙 Back Arrow
Use for returning to a previous state, going back in navigation, throwback references, or indicating a return.
- •Send 🔙 when you want to express or reference "back arrow" in a message — it instantly conveys the meaning without extra words
- •Use 🔙 in conversations about words or return to add visual emphasis and make your point clearer
- •React with 🔙 Back Arrow on social media posts, stories, or comments related to back arrow
- •Combine 🔙 with related emoji in captions or bios — works well when talking about words, return
⌨️ Keyboard Shortcuts
Open your system emoji picker to type any emoji directly:
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Windows
Win + .🍎
Mac
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