Touchscreen and Mouse Basics
Lesson 3 of 11 in Computer & Smartphone Basics · 15 minutes
Learn essential touchscreen gestures (tap, swipe, scroll, pinch to zoom) and mouse actions (click, double-click, right-click, drag).
What you'll learn
- Use touchscreen gestures: tap, swipe, scroll, and pinch to zoom
- Use mouse actions: click, double-click, right-click, and drag
- Know when to use each gesture or action
From the lesson
Tap
A tap is like a quick touch. Touch the screen one time with one finger. Use a tap to open an app, press a button, or select something. Tap is the most common action on a phone.
Swipe
A swipe is when you touch the screen and slide your finger in one direction. Swipe left or right to see more photos. Swipe up or down to see more content. Keep your finger on the screen while you move it.
Scroll
Scrolling is when you swipe up or down slowly to see more of a page. Most websites and apps are longer than the screen. Scroll down to read more. Scroll up to go back to the top. On a computer, use the mouse wheel to scroll.
Pinch to Zoom
Use two fingers to zoom in and out. Put two fingers on the screen.…