Pressing and holding a finger on an item for a moment, instead of a quick tap, to reveal extra options or actions.
Synonyms
- press and hold
- long tap
- touch and hold
Related terms
- context menu
- tap
- gesture
- double tap
In plain words
- hold your finger down on it
- press and keep holding
Usage example
Long press a message to bring up reply, copy, and delete.
Don't confuse with…
- double tapA double tap is two quick taps; a long press is one continuous press held in place.
Categories
- Interaction patterns