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title: Reaction arrows
url: https://www.moldraw.com/docs/reactions/how-to-draw-reaction-arrows-with-reagents/
section: Reactions and schemes
updated: 2026-10-11
publisher: LabCanvas
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# Reaction arrows

> Pick the Reaction arrow tool and drag between molecules. Choose the arrow kind in the top bar. Type reagents above or below the arrow.

1. Click **Reaction arrow** in the left rail.
2. Drag from the starting material to the product.
3. In the top bar, pick the kind: straight, equilibrium, retrosynthetic and more.
4. Click above or below the arrow to type reagents and conditions.

> **Tip:** Open **Chemistry** and click **Automap** to match atoms across the arrow.

## Questions and answers

**How do I add reagents to an arrow?**
Click the slot above or below the arrow and type.

**How do I draw an equilibrium arrow?**
Draw an arrow, then pick Equilibrium in the top bar.