splitbutton

noun
UK /ˈsplɪtˌbʌtən/
US /ˈsplɪtˌbʌtən/

A split button is a button with two parts that you can click to do different things.

Click the arrow on the split button to see more choices.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A button in a user interface that combines a default action with a dropdown menu of alternatives.

The split button lets you save quickly or pick Save As from its menu.

3. A physical control divided into two separately pressable sections.

The camera's split button fires the shutter on one side and focuses on the other.

4. A toggle that performs one action on a short press and another on a long press.

The split button on the remote switches channels with a tap and opens settings with a hold.