rightclicked

Rightclicked is a term commonly used in computing to describe the action of pressing the secondary mouse button, typically the one on the right side of a standard two-button mouse. This action usually invokes a context-sensitive menu, also known as a pop-up menu or shortcut menu. The options displayed in this menu depend on the item that was clicked. For instance, right-clicking on a file in a file explorer might present options such as "Open," "Copy," "Paste," "Delete," or "Properties." Right-clicking on a web page can offer choices like "Back," "Forward," "Reload," "Save As," or "Inspect Element." The purpose of the right-click menu is to provide quick access to relevant actions without the user needing to navigate through multiple menus or toolbars. The specific behavior and appearance of the right-click menu can vary slightly between different operating systems (such as Windows, macOS, and Linux) and applications, but the fundamental concept of accessing context-specific commands remains consistent. This feature is an integral part of modern graphical user interfaces, enhancing user efficiency and providing a streamlined way to interact with digital content.