[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Software

gesture navigation

Navigating the system with swipe gestures instead of buttons.

Also known as: gestures

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

Gesture navigation replaces on-screen navigation buttons with swipes — for example, swiping up for home and from an edge to go back.

See gesture.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is gesture navigation?

Navigating the system with swipe gestures instead of buttons.

What terms are related to gesture navigation?

Related Software terms include widget, launcher.

Related Technical Terms

widget
A small interactive element on the home screen showing app data. Software
launcher
The Android app that draws the home screen and app drawer. Software
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