Haptic Input

Haptic input refers to interaction methods that use the sense of touch to communicate information between a user and a computer system. This includes devices such as data gloves, force-feedback controllers, and touch-sensitive surfaces that detect hand movements, gestures, and physical manipulation. In accessibility, haptic input provides an alternative interaction channel for users who cannot rely on visual feedback, enabling direct manipulation of interface elements through physical gestures and spatial pointing rather than mouse-and-keyboard paradigms.