Screen Reader Rotor

A virtual control in screen readers like VoiceOver that allows users to change navigation settings and access different options by performing a rotation gesture on the touchscreen. The rotor lets users switch between navigation modes (headings, links, words, characters) and access actions like text selection and editing. While powerful, the rotor interaction can be complex and physically demanding, requiring precise two-finger rotation gestures and multiple steps to reach desired settings, which presents barriers particularly during text editing tasks.