The Heroicons backward icon depicts a left-pointing arrow, commonly used to indicate moving to a previous item, page, or state in a user interface.
Common uses
- Navigate to the previous track in media players
- Go back to the previous page in a wizard or form
- Rewind video or audio playback
Use it in React
Install
npm i @heroicons/reactImport & render
import { BackwardIcon } from '@heroicons/react/24/outline';
<BackwardIcon className="size-6" />Styles
Heroicons ships this icon in 4 styles — each its own import:
24/outline
<BackwardIcon className="size-6" />24/solid
<BackwardIcon className="size-6" />20/solid
<BackwardIcon className="size-6" />16/solid
<BackwardIcon className="size-6" />Details
- Library
- Heroicons (324 icons)
- License
- MIT
- viewBox
0 0 24 24- Keywords
- backwardpreviousrewindbackprev
FAQ
- What is the purpose of the backward icon?
- It signifies moving backward, such as rewinding media, going to a previous page, or returning to a prior state.
- How do I use the backward icon in React?
- Import it using `import { BackwardIcon } from '@heroicons/react/24/outline'` and then render it as a component: `<BackwardIcon className="h-6 w-6" />`.
- What is the license for Heroicons?
- Heroicons are released under the MIT license, allowing for free use in both personal and commercial projects.