What’s a squeeze widget?
Asked on 2024-08-01
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A squeeze widget refers to a feature introduced with the Apple Pencil Pro, where a squeeze gesture on the pencil can be used to access various functionalities. For example, the squeeze gesture can be used to quickly work through undo/redo history, show a contextual tool palette, or run a system shortcut. This gesture opens up new possibilities for interaction within apps without needing to release the pencil. The squeeze gesture is treated as a single gesture that performs a discrete action, making the app more comfortable to use.
For more details, you can refer to the session Squeeze the most out of Apple Pencil.
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