The use of graphical buttons has become commonplace in mobile touch applications. Despite their distinct usability advantages, buttons are a convention carried over from non-touch platforms and have become default tools for designers in touch environments. This convention can act as a barrier against innovation towards more natural gesture-based touch interactions. I will present an interaction concept that attempts to replace traditional buttons or tap interactions with gestures for list navigation and contextual actions. The purpose will be to inspire listeners to explore creative and usable solutions when designing for touch.
