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↔️ Left Right Arrow Emoji — Meaning & Usage
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Description
This horizontal double-headed arrow pointing both left and right, representing a two-way horizontal direction, width, or exchange between two things.
When to Use
Use to show horizontal movement, width measurements, two-way exchange, or comparing two options side by side.
Example Usage
- “Swipe left or right ↔️”
- “Width adjustable ↔️”
- “Exchange between the two ↔️”
Popular Combinations
↔️📏
Measuring width
↔️🔄
Two-way exchange
↔️⚖️
Comparing options
How Left Right 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does ↔️ mean in a text message?▼
This horizontal double-headed arrow pointing both left and right, representing a two-way horizontal direction, width, or exchange between two things. Use to show horizontal movement, width measurements, two-way exchange, or comparing two options side by side. 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 Left Right 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 "Left Right 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 `:left_right_arrow:` to insert the Left Right Arrow emoji. On GitHub, the same shortcodes work in issues and comments.
Unicode
U+2194-fe0f
Category
Symbols
Added
Unicode 1.0
Shortcodes
:left_right_arrow:Keywords
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When to Use ↔️ Left Right Arrow
Use to show horizontal movement, width measurements, two-way exchange, or comparing two options side by side.
- •Send ↔️ when you want to express or reference "left right arrow" in a message — it instantly conveys the meaning without extra words
- •Use ↔️ in conversations about shape or direction to add visual emphasis and make your point clearer
- •React with ↔️ Left Right Arrow on social media posts, stories, or comments related to left right arrow
- •Combine ↔️ with related emoji in captions or bios — works well when talking about shape, direction, horizontal
⌨️ Keyboard Shortcuts
Open your system emoji picker to type any emoji directly:
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Windows
Win + .🍎
Mac
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