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Up arrow emoji indicating direction, increase, or progress.

basic_info

Unicode
U+2B06
Version
Emoji 0.6
Category
Subcategory

Tags

arrowcardinaldirectionnorthup

Platform Meanings

Apple
An upward-pointing arrow, often used to indicate rising values or moving up.
Google
A simple black up arrow, commonly used to show upward movement or selection.
Twitter
A bold up arrow symbolizing growth, improvement, or scrolling upward.
Unicode Official
UPWARDS BLACK ARROW – represents upward direction, increase, or ascent.

Introduction

The ⬆️ (Up Arrow) emoji is a versatile symbol primarily used to indicate upward direction, whether physical, metaphorical, or numerical. It commonly appears in contexts such as stock market trends (e.g., rising prices), performance improvements, elevation, or navigation instructions. Users may also employ it to suggest 'scroll up,' 'go back to the top,' or to emphasize positive progression like 'things are looking up.' In digital interfaces, it can represent expanding menus or increasing volume/settings. Its meaning remains fairly consistent across platforms, though stylistic differences exist in design. The emoji is part of the original Unicode 1.1 set and is widely recognized in both casual and professional communication.

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What is Emoji?

Emoji are pictographic symbols originating from Japan that have become a universal digital language. They can be used across various platforms and applications to express emotions, objects, activities, and concepts. The Unicode standard defines thousands of emoji and continues to expand.

Last Updated: 2026-06-04✓ Expert Verified
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