gesture-based interface
nounUK /ˈdʒes.tʃə beɪst ˈɪn.tə.feɪs/
US /ˈdʒes.tʃɚ beɪst ˈɪn.tɚ.feɪs/
A way to use a computer by moving your hands or body instead of using a mouse or keys.
The new game console uses a gesture-based interface, so you can play by waving your arms.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A user interface that recognizes hand or body movements as commands.
The museum's exhibit features a gesture-based interface that lets visitors explore 3D models.
3. A control system in which physical gestures replace traditional input devices.
Surgeons use a gesture-based interface to view scans without touching unsterile equipment.
4. A design approach where swipes, taps, and pinches are the main way to operate a device.
Smartphones rely on a gesture-based interface for navigating between apps.