Pegepilen

Pegepilen is a term used in Danish and Norwegian to denote a pointing arrow or directing cue in visual communication. The word combines pege, meaning to point, and pil, meaning arrow, yielding a literal translation of “the pointing arrow.” The term appears in discussions of signage, graphic design, and user interfaces to describe an arrow-shaped marker that directs attention or indicates a direction or action.

In signage and wayfinding, pegepilen can appear on maps, public notices, and instructional signs to guide people toward a destination, a next step, or a required action. In graphic design, it is used as a visual motif to draw focus or to signal movement or progression within a layout. In digital design and user interfaces, pegepilen is invoked to describe arrow icons or pointer cues that suggest interactivity, navigation, or selection.

The term is primarily found in Danish-language contexts and is part of a broader repertoire of Nordic design vocabulary. English-language usage typically renders the concept with translations such as “pointing arrow” or “pointer arrow.” While the exact applications of pegepilen can vary by region, the underlying idea is a recognizable arrow-based indicator used to guide perception and behavior.

See also: Signage, Iconography, User interface, Pointer (cursor).