Step 1: Determine the UTF-8 encoding bit layout
The character ⮊ has the Unicode code point U+2B8A. 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+2B8A to binary:
00101011 10001010. 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 10101110 10001010
RIGHTWARDS BLACK CIRCLED WHITE ARROW·U+2B8A
⮊
Character Information
Code Point
U+2B8A
HEX
2B8A
Unicode Plane
Basic Multilingual Plane
Category
Other Symbol
Character Representations
Click elements to copy| Encoding | Hex | Binary |
|---|---|---|
| UTF8 | E2 AE 8A | 11100010 10101110 10001010 |
| UTF16 (big Endian) | 2B 8A | 00101011 10001010 |
| UTF16 (little Endian) | 8A 2B | 10001010 00101011 |
| UTF32 (big Endian) | 00 00 2B 8A | 00000000 00000000 00101011 10001010 |
| UTF32 (little Endian) | 8A 2B 00 00 | 10001010 00101011 00000000 00000000 |
HTML Entity
⮊
URI Encoded
%E2%AE%8A
Description
U+2B8A, or the RIGHTWARDS BLACK CIRCLED WHITE ARROW, is a unique character within the Unicode Standard, specifically designed for use in digital text. Its primary role is to provide visual directionality, typically indicating a shift or movement towards the right. In typography and graphic design, it is often used in diagrams, flowcharts, and other visual aids where clear indication of direction is crucial. Despite its seemingly straightforward function, this character plays an important role in modern digital communication. As we increasingly rely on visual elements to convey information quickly and efficiently, the RIGHTWARDS BLACK CIRCLED WHITE ARROW becomes more significant. It's especially useful in programming, where it can direct attention or illustrate a process. The character is part of the Miscellaneous Symbols block in Unicode, which encompasses an array of symbols and pictographs used across various languages and scripts. While its use may be less common in everyday language, its technical and cultural significance cannot be understated. U+2B8A's design is simple yet effective: a black circle with a white arrowhead pointing to the right, making it universally recognizable. Its minimalistic form allows for easy integration into any digital text without clashing with other characters or symbols, ensuring clarity and functionality in its usage.
How to type the ⮊ symbol on Windows
Hold Alt and type 11146 on the numpad. Or use Character Map.