→
Unicode
U+2192LaTeX
\toHTML entity
→HTML decimal
→MathML
<mo>→</mo>Semantic identity and intent
Characters to distinguish
- ⇒ — Implies
- ↔ — Left Right Arrow
Use → in the right format
Meaning and usage
Indicates direction, mapping, convergence, transition, or a limit approach.
Choose a more specific arrow when the distinction between mapping and implication matters.
Pronunciation: right arrow
Formula examples
f:A\to Bx\to0How to type Right Arrow
- Windows
- Use Character Map or enter U+2192 in a Unicode-aware app.
- macOS
- Open Character Viewer with Control–Command–Space and search by name.
- Microsoft Word
- Type \to in an equation and press Space.
- iPhone and iPad
- Copy and paste →, or use a math/LaTeX app. The standard iOS keyboard may not expose every mathematical symbol.
- Android
- Copy and paste →, or use a math keyboard or LaTeX editor. Keyboard layouts vary by device and app.
- Google Docs
- For plain text, paste → or use Insert → Special characters. For structured math, use the equation editor and verify \to.
- Excel
- Paste → into a cell or use Insert → Symbol when available. Ordinary cells preserve the character but do not interpret LaTeX commands.
Common mistakes
- Preserve the direction, number of heads, and decoration of →; those visual details can distinguish implication, mapping, convergence, or movement.
- For plain text, copy → as U+2192; for structured equations, use \to in math mode. A look-alike glyph or image can break search, accessibility, or parsing when the intended character is Right Arrow.
When to use →
- Use → in plain text when a Unicode character is appropriate and the destination preserves U+2192.
- Use \to in an equation editor when mathematical spacing or structure matters.
- Define the local meaning when Right Arrow is used in arrows with a field-specific convention.
Look-alikes and related characters
- ⇒ — Implies
- ↔ — Left Right Arrow
Font and compatibility notes
Font coverage varies; verify the code point and destination rendering before publication.
Continue the workflow
From Right Arrow to a finished equation
- Copy the characterUse → in plain text when Unicode is accepted.
- Choose a structured formatUse
\tofor LaTeX or the MathML snippet for accessible web equations. - Edit or convertOpen the value in the editor or converter without retyping it.
Review and source notes
Quality tier: catalog
Last reviewed: 2026-07-23
Review method: Catalog review of character identity and notation mappings.
Verified against: Unicode Standard, Unicode mathematical notation guidance, and established LaTeX/MathML syntax.
Reference sources
- The Unicode StandardUnicode Consortium — Character identity, encoding, names, and conformance.
- Unicode Character Code ChartsUnicode Consortium — Code points and official character charts.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Right Arrow symbol mean?
Indicates direction, mapping, convergence, transition, or a limit approach.
What is the LaTeX command for →?
Use \to in a compatible math environment.
Can I copy → as Unicode?
Yes. Use the copy button above to copy the Unicode character directly.