Step 1: Determine the UTF-8 encoding bit layout
The character ⬽ has the Unicode code point U+2B3D. 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+2B3D to binary:
00101011 00111101. 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 10101100 10111101
LEFTWARDS TWO-HEADED ARROW WITH TAIL WITH DOUBLE VERTICAL STROKE·U+2B3D
⬽
Character Information
Code Point
U+2B3D
HEX
2B3D
Unicode Plane
Basic Multilingual Plane
Category
Math Symbol
Character Representations
Click elements to copy| Encoding | Hex | Binary |
|---|---|---|
| UTF8 | E2 AC BD | 11100010 10101100 10111101 |
| UTF16 (big Endian) | 2B 3D | 00101011 00111101 |
| UTF16 (little Endian) | 3D 2B | 00111101 00101011 |
| UTF32 (big Endian) | 00 00 2B 3D | 00000000 00000000 00101011 00111101 |
| UTF32 (little Endian) | 3D 2B 00 00 | 00111101 00101011 00000000 00000000 |
HTML Entity
⬽
URI Encoded
%E2%AC%BD
Description
The Unicode character U+2B3D, known as the "LEFTWARDS TWO-HEADED ARROW WITH TAIL WITH DOUBLE VERTICAL STROKE", is a typographical symbol that plays an essential role in digital text. This unique character represents a bidirectional arrow with two heads and a double vertical stroke at its tail end. The purpose of this symbol is to provide clarity in mathematical equations, logical statements, and programming contexts where the direction of flow or movement needs to be emphasized. In mathematical expressions, the LEFTWARDS TWO-HEADED ARROW WITH TAIL WITH DOUBLE VERTICAL STROKE symbolizes a change in direction of the flow or movement of values. It is often employed in algebraic equations and graphical representations to illustrate complex processes and variables. In programming and computer science, this character is used in algorithms, data flows, and control structures to demonstrate code execution and flow patterns. While this symbol does not have a specific cultural, linguistic, or regional significance, it serves as an essential tool for communicating precise mathematical and logical concepts across different languages and cultures. Its use helps maintain accuracy and clarity in digital text where such distinctions are crucial. Overall, the LEFTWARDS TWO-HEADED ARROW WITH TAIL WITH DOUBLE VERTICAL STROKE is a vital component of modern typography, contributing to the accuracy and comprehensibility of mathematical, logical, and programming content.
How to type the ⬽ symbol on Windows
Hold Alt and type 11069 on the numpad. Or use Character Map.