as in physical
formal
relating to the sense of touch
The thick brushstrokes give the painting a tactile quality. visual and tactile experiences
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The keys also have shallow travel and inconsistent tactile feedback.
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PCMAG, 16 Feb. 2025
The museum is also working to incorporate more tactile elements, allowing visitors to handle artifacts or replicas, says Matti Wallin, HMNS's accessibility programs manager.
—Shafaq Patel, Axios, 11 Feb. 2025
DreamWorks’ innovative handmade stylization takes Sanders back to his 2D roots with its tactile nature and watercolor backgrounds.
—Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 10 Feb. 2025
Exploring new techniques and tactile fabrications that emulate raw materials like steel, glass and leather — the Fall collection sees sculptural silhouettes crafted in glossy oil slick vinyls, iridescent silks, metallic lamé and intricate abstract embroideries that emulate tire tracks.
—Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Feb. 2025
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PCMAG, 16 Feb. 2025
The museum is also working to incorporate more tactile elements, allowing visitors to handle artifacts or replicas, says Matti Wallin, HMNS's accessibility programs manager.
—Shafaq Patel, Axios, 11 Feb. 2025
DreamWorks’ innovative handmade stylization takes Sanders back to his 2D roots with its tactile nature and watercolor backgrounds.
—Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 10 Feb. 2025
Exploring new techniques and tactile fabrications that emulate raw materials like steel, glass and leather — the Fall collection sees sculptural silhouettes crafted in glossy oil slick vinyls, iridescent silks, metallic lamé and intricate abstract embroideries that emulate tire tracks.
—Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Feb. 2025
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“Tactile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tactile. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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