⬆
up arrow
Unicode: 2B06
Description
A thick, upward-pointing arrow, typically rendered in black or gray.
Group:
Symbols > arrow
Status:
unqualified
Emotion:
Neutral; primarily conveys direction or a call to action.
Backstory
This emoji is part of the Unicode Basic Shapes and Arrows block, originating from common symbols used in UI and various signages. It's a fundamental directional indicator.
Usage Examples
- Indicating direction: 'Go upstairs. ⬆️'
- Pointing to a previous message: 'See above for details. ⬆️'
- Referring to an 'up' action: 'Scroll up to view more. ⬆️'
- Symbolizing increase: 'Prices are going up. ⬆️'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Universally understood as 'up' or 'next item'.
East Asian culture:
Same as Western culture, a directional indicator.