grab handle

plural grab handles

1. computingA visual cue indicating where a displayed object can be activated for resizing, etc. using the pointing device.

   Synonyms: drag handle

2. A handle that a person can hold onto for support, or to aid access.

   There is a grab handle on the wall by the back door.

   2 more examples

   Illustrated are some of the attempts to improve grab-handles, cab-doors, etc., on the various locomotives, so that they are clean in design, free from dirt-collecting ridges and crevices, and of a neat appearance.

   1961 March, B.A. Haresnape, “Design on the railway”, in Trains Illustrated, page 145

   The disabled toilet also incorporates the mandatory nappy-changing table. [...] There is a sturdy grab handle to steady oneself while dealing with 'junior'. Once done, the nappy table flips back very quickly.

   2019 October 23, Pip Dunn, “The next king of Scotland”, in Rail, page 53