U+21B7 "↷" Clockwise Top Semicircle Arrow Unicode Character
Unicode Version 17.0
U+21B7 "↷" Clockwise Top Semicircle Arrow is a typographic symbol encoded in the Arrows block, visually depicting an arrow that curves in a clockwise direction along the upper half of a circle. It is commonly used in computing, mathematics, and user interface design to indicate a process of turning, rotating, or cycling through an action that moves forward or to the right along a curved path. The character's design suggests a return or continuation above a baseline, often appearing in diagrams for flowcharts, recycling symbols, or interface controls like a reload or rotate function. Its standardized encoding ensures consistent representation across digital platforms, making it a practical tool for conveying directional rotation in a compact, universally recognizable form.
General Properties
Encodings
| HTML Decimal Encoding |
↷ |
| HTML Hex Encoding |
↷ |
| UTF-8 Encoding |
0xE2 0x86 0xB7 |
| UTF-16 Encoding |
0x21B7 |
| UTF-32 Encoding |
0x000021B7 |
| C/C++/Java Escape |
\u21b7 |
Unicode Properties