Body Language of Finger Keying (up and down)
Cue: Finger Keying (up and down)
Synonym(s): N/A
Description: The finger will come down and punctuate a point several times as if to repeat it. Think of hitting a keyboard several times.
In One Sentence: Keying the finger up and down is a batoning gesture that is usually coupled with important steps.
How To Use it: Use the keying gesture when you want to outline steps in a project but do not want to seem overbearing by using an overt fist batoning gesture. To do it properly, key up and down on a desk or other surface where it will still remain visible. Keying can also be done in the air.
Context: General
Verbal Translation: “I’m emphasizing what I’m saying by moving my finger up and down. With each point I make, my finger touches down.”
Variant: See Counting On Fingers.
Cue In Action: As he outlined the steps he would take to bring the company back on track, he tapped the table with his index finger, up and down.
Meaning and/or Motivation: Used to emphasize a point similar to the batoning gesture except done out of conscious awareness and usually out of sight. Finger keying usually happens on the lap or on a desk so shows a desire to add emphasis, but in a restrained or subtle way.
Cue Cluster: N/A
Body Language Category: Masked body language.
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