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Edge swipe.

A gesture that begins at a display or view edge and moves inward.

Also calledswipe from edgeedge gesture

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What it is

A gesture that begins at a display or view edge and moves inward. Respect system-reserved edges and keep its outcome consistent with platform navigation.

When to use it

Use it for established back or reveal behavior where the platform supports it.

Know the difference

An edge swipe has a constrained start area; an ordinary swipe can begin within content.

Across platforms

iOSiPadOSAndroidWeb

iOS · iPadOS · Android · Web

iOS back gestures and Android system back gestures can occupy similar edges; avoid competing custom gestures.

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Primary documentation for the pattern and its platform conventions.

Apple Human Interface Guidelines — Gestures

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Create a edge swipe. Respect system-reserved edges and keep its outcome consistent with platform navigation. Use it for established back or reveal behavior where the platform supports it. Make it responsive and accessible, and follow the selected platform's interaction conventions.

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What it is

When to use it

Know the difference

Across platforms

iOS · iPadOS · Android · Web

Go to the source

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