Step 1: Determine the UTF-8 encoding bit layout
The character ⥈ has the Unicode code point U+2948. 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+2948 to binary:
00101001 01001000. 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 10100101 10001000
LEFT RIGHT ARROW THROUGH SMALL CIRCLE·U+2948
⥈
Character Information
Code Point
U+2948
HEX
2948
Unicode Plane
Basic Multilingual Plane
Category
Math Symbol
Character Representations
Click elements to copy| Encoding | Hex | Binary |
|---|---|---|
| UTF8 | E2 A5 88 | 11100010 10100101 10001000 |
| UTF16 (big Endian) | 29 48 | 00101001 01001000 |
| UTF16 (little Endian) | 48 29 | 01001000 00101001 |
| UTF32 (big Endian) | 00 00 29 48 | 00000000 00000000 00101001 01001000 |
| UTF32 (little Endian) | 48 29 00 00 | 01001000 00101001 00000000 00000000 |
HTML Entity
⥈
URI Encoded
%E2%A5%88
Description
The Unicode character U+2948, commonly known as the "LEFT RIGHT ARROW THROUGH SMALL CIRCLE," is a specialized typographic symbol primarily used in digital text for its unique arrowhead design. This character combines an arrow pointing to the left with a small circular shape passing through it, creating a distinctive visual effect. Its primary function in digital text is for use in mathematical and technical contexts where a visually distinct way of representing an arrow with a circle is needed. In its typical usage, the LEFT RIGHT ARROW THROUGH SMALL CIRCLE is employed to indicate direction or movement, similar to other arrows found in Unicode. However, due to its unique design, it can be used in situations where a more decorative or distinctive arrow is needed. This could be for stylistic reasons, in designs requiring an emphasis on circularity and flow, or as part of artistic expression in digital media. Although this character may not have any specific cultural, linguistic, or technical context tied to its usage, its versatility allows it to be used across various industries and applications. In the realm of programming and markup languages like HTML or LaTeX, the LEFT RIGHT ARROW THROUGH SMALL CIRCLE can contribute to improved clarity and readability in code. In educational contexts, it can be utilized to enhance visual representation of concepts in mathematics or physics. Overall, the U+2948 character serves as a versatile tool in digital typography, providing a unique option for representing direction and movement with an added touch of style.
How to type the ⥈ symbol on Windows
Hold Alt and type 10568 on the numpad. Or use Character Map.