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tap (touchscreen action)
A quick touch on a touchscreen to select or activate something.
タップ is a loanword from English "tap," used specifically for touchscreen interactions on smartphones and tablets. It functions as a する verb (タップする).
CONTRAST WITH クリック:
タップ is for touchscreens (finger), while クリック is for mouse actions on computers. In smartphone contexts, always use タップ.
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クリック (click (mouse))
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スワイプ (swipe)
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長押し (long press)
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ピンチ (pinch)
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フリック (flick)
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タッチパネル (touch panel)
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スクロール (scroll)
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プラグ (plug)
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ダブルクリック (double-click)