Step 1: Determine the UTF-8 encoding bit layout
The character ➩ has the Unicode code point U+27A9. In UTF-8, it is encoded using 3 bytes because its codepoint is in the range of
0x0800to0xffff.
Therefore we know that the UTF-8 encoding will be done over 16 bits within the final 24 bits and that it will have the format:1110xxxx 10xxxxxx 10xxxxxx
Where thexare the payload bits.UTF-8 Encoding bit layout by codepoint range Codepoint Range Bytes Bit pattern Payload length U+0000 - U+007F 1 0xxxxxxx 7 bits U+0080 - U+07FF 2 110xxxxx 10xxxxxx 11 bits U+0800 - U+FFFF 3 1110xxxx 10xxxxxx 10xxxxxx 16 bits U+10000 - U+10FFFF 4 11110xxx 10xxxxxx 10xxxxxx 10xxxxxx 21 bits Step 2: Obtain the payload bits:
Convert the hexadecimal code point U+27A9 to binary:
00100111 10101001. Those are the payload bits.Step 3: Fill in the bits to match the bit pattern:
Obtain the final bytes by arranging the paylod bits to match the bit layout:
11100010 10011110 10101001
RIGHT-SHADED WHITE RIGHTWARDS ARROW·U+27A9
➩
Character Information
Code Point
U+27A9
HEX
27A9
Unicode Plane
Basic Multilingual Plane
Category
Other Symbol
Character Representations
Click elements to copy| Encoding | Hex | Binary |
|---|---|---|
| UTF8 | E2 9E A9 | 11100010 10011110 10101001 |
| UTF16 (big Endian) | 27 A9 | 00100111 10101001 |
| UTF16 (little Endian) | A9 27 | 10101001 00100111 |
| UTF32 (big Endian) | 00 00 27 A9 | 00000000 00000000 00100111 10101001 |
| UTF32 (little Endian) | A9 27 00 00 | 10101001 00100111 00000000 00000000 |
HTML Entity
➩
URI Encoded
%E2%9E%A9
Description
The Unicode character U+27A9, known as RIGHT-SHADED WHITE RIGHTWARDS ARROW, is a valuable symbol in digital text, particularly within the realm of programming and computer science. It's primarily used to denote rightward shift or direction, often in algorithms and data flow diagrams. This arrow, while seemingly simple, holds significant importance in guiding programmers through complex logic structures and flowcharts. In its role, the U+27A9 is not merely a visual cue but serves as a semantic element that helps clarify instructions or code lines for programmers. It's commonly used in mathematical expressions, programming languages like Java and Python, and markdown syntax. The arrow's shaded white color distinguishes it from other similar arrow symbols, enhancing its readability and usability across digital platforms. While the U+27A9 does not have any specific cultural or linguistic context tied to it, it is a universal symbol recognized by developers worldwide. Its technical use transcends language barriers, making it an essential tool in modern programming and software development. It's worth noting that while its usage is predominantly technical, the versatility of Unicode allows this character to be incorporated into other text-based systems where a rightward arrow might be needed for clarity or directional indication.
How to type the ➩ symbol on Windows
Hold Alt and type 10153 on the numpad. Or use Character Map.