How can I teach the user a new gesture?

1. What are gestures UX?
2. What is a gesture in design?
3. What are some of the gestures used with touchscreen devices?

What are gestures UX?

What is gesture recognition UX? Gesture recognition uses computer sensors to detect and understand human gestures and movements. Gesture recognition isn't a new concept; take the iPhone as an example. With this device, gestures let users interact with screen elements using touch.

What is a gesture in design?

Gestures help users to navigate between views, take actions, and manipulate content. Types of gestures include: Navigational gestures. Action gestures. Transform gestures.

What are some of the gestures used with touchscreen devices?

Touchscreen devices all use basic gestures like tap, swipe, and drag. Some platforms define additional gestures; for example, iOS and iPadOS support pinch and rotate.