Extensible Right Arrow \xrightarrow

When to use Extensible Right Arrow

Creates a stretchable right arrow with an optional label. In source, start from the exact \xrightarrow command instead of imitating the rendered glyph with Unicode characters or manual spacing. This keeps the expression editable and gives the renderer enough structure to apply mathematical spacing correctly.

Syntax

\xrightarrow

The documented syntax belongs to amsmath. Keep every required argument, brace pair, and environment boundary intact when moving the command between an editor, Markdown processor, notebook, or publishing system.

Example

A\xrightarrow{f}B

Rendered output

labeled right arrow

Copy and compatibility checks

• Copy \xrightarrow exactly; changing its case or removing a leading backslash can turn it into plain text.
• Confirm that the destination loads amsmath before relying on this command.
• Render the example once, then inspect grouping, limits, scripts, and spacing before publishing.