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backward icon

Heroicons · backward · MIT

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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/react
Import & 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.
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