This article is about the gesture. For other uses, see Pointing (disambiguation).
Children pointing at a Joshua Tree in Joshua Tree National Park
Pointing is a gesture specifying a direction from a person's body, usually indicating a location, person, event, thing or idea. It typically is formed by extending the arm, hand, and index finger, although it may be functionally similar to other hand gestures. Types of pointing may be subdivided according to the intention of the person, as well as by the linguistic function it serves.
Pointing typically develops within the first two years of life in humans, and plays an important role in language development and reading in children. It is central to the use of sign language, with a large number of signs being some variation on pointing. The nature of pointing may differ for children who have autism or who are deaf, and may also vary by gender. It is typically not observed in children who are blind from birth.
Pointing may vary substantially across cultures, with some having many distinct types of pointing, both with regard to the physical gestures employed and their interpretation. Pointing, especially at other people, may be considered inappropriate or rude in certain contexts and in many cultures. It is generally regarded as a species-specific human feature that does not normally occur in other primates in the wild. It has been observed in animals in captivity; however, there is disagreement on the nature of this non-human pointing.
gestures. Types of pointing may be subdivided according to the intention of the person, as well as by the linguistic function it serves. Pointing typically develops...
had abundant pointing and backing instinct. They typically start to acquire their hunting instincts at about 2 months of age. Pointing dogs may have...
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used to predict the speed with which users can use a pointing device. To classify several pointing devices, a certain number of features can be considered...
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was simplified significantly with the invention of the pointing machine. In using the pointing machine, the sculptor mounts or glues three metal rivets...
alphabet. Pointing with the pointer finger may be used to indicate or identify an item, person, place or object. Around age one, babies begin pointing to communicate...
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designed and manufactured several models of mice, trackpads, and other pointing devices, primarily for use with Macintosh computers. Over the years, Apple...
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devices, such as 3D mice, joysticks, or pointing sticks, function by reporting their angle of deflection. Pointing devices can be classified on: Whether...
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