double-clicked; double-clicking; double-clicks
: to choose (something on a computer screen) by quickly pressing a button on a computer mouse or other device two times
Double-click the icon to start the program.
—often + on
: the act of selecting something on a computer screen by quickly pressing a button on a mouse or some other device two times
A double click with the mouse will start the program.
Examples of double-click in a Sentence
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Arthur Zaczkiewicz, WWD, 21 Oct. 2024
It's activated by either a two-second push or a double-click on an accompanying wireless fob-style remote, which can be attached to the Hyundai's dashboard speaker.
—New Atlas, 27 Sep. 2024
Users will also be able to set any eligible app as a default contactless app and use the automatic detection and double-click features.
—Tyler Hayes, PCMAG, 14 Aug. 2024
In addition, iPhone users will be able to set a default payment app triggered by double-clicking the side button.
—Kevin Purdy, Ars Technica, 14 Aug. 2024
Adding and deleting pressure points is simple—click to add a new one or double-click to delete it.
—PCMAG, 8 Aug. 2024
The click is a little dull, and getting a consistent double-click can be tricky.
—Mark Knapp, PCMAG, 10 June 2024
Additionally, there are other easy ways to launch Copilot on a computer that has the program downloaded, like double-clicking an icon or pressing Windows + C, that make a dedicated button unnecessary.
—Scharon Harding, Ars Technica, 3 Apr. 2024
To pay, riders can either select the Navigo pass from their Apple Wallet and double-click the side button, or enable Express Mode and hold their iPhone or Apple Watch near a card reader.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2024
Ryan Hogg, Fortune Europe, 25 Jan. 2024
The Tile Mate works both ways and can help locate a missing phone with just a double click of the Tile Mate or Slim.
—Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Sep. 2023
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The next step is to agree to the terms, then double-click the side button and authenticate the transaction with Face ID or Touch ID to confirm the purchase.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, WWD, 21 Oct. 2024
It's activated by either a two-second push or a double-click on an accompanying wireless fob-style remote, which can be attached to the Hyundai's dashboard speaker.
—New Atlas, 27 Sep. 2024
Users will also be able to set any eligible app as a default contactless app and use the automatic detection and double-click features.
—Tyler Hayes, PCMAG, 14 Aug. 2024
In addition, iPhone users will be able to set a default payment app triggered by double-clicking the side button.
—Kevin Purdy, Ars Technica, 14 Aug. 2024
Adding and deleting pressure points is simple—click to add a new one or double-click to delete it.
—PCMAG, 8 Aug. 2024
The click is a little dull, and getting a consistent double-click can be tricky.
—Mark Knapp, PCMAG, 10 June 2024
Additionally, there are other easy ways to launch Copilot on a computer that has the program downloaded, like double-clicking an icon or pressing Windows + C, that make a dedicated button unnecessary.
—Scharon Harding, Ars Technica, 3 Apr. 2024
To pay, riders can either select the Navigo pass from their Apple Wallet and double-click the side button, or enable Express Mode and hold their iPhone or Apple Watch near a card reader.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2024
Noun
This levels the playing field with Apple’s own music streaming platform Apple Music, which lets users seamlessly subscribe and make purchases with a double click of the power button.
—Ryan Hogg, Fortune Europe, 25 Jan. 2024
The Tile Mate works both ways and can help locate a missing phone with just a double click of the Tile Mate or Slim.
—Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Sep. 2023
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“Double-click.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/double-click. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.
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