How to Simulate Pinch and Two-Touch Gestures in Roblox Studio
Posted: Tue Jul 21, 2026 1:07 am
Roblox Studio's Device Emulator supports simulated single-touch and two-touch input during playtesting.
Enable touch simulation
Simulate touch gestures
Click and drag with the mouse to simulate a single-touch gesture.
Use these default shortcuts for two-touch gestures:
While a two-touch shortcut is active, Studio displays two circles indicating the simulated touch positions.
You can change the default shortcuts through Studio's Customize Shortcuts menu.
Test different displays
The Device Emulator can show interfaces at different resolutions and aspect ratios. You can also switch the emulated view between landscape and portrait orientations.
Enable touch simulation
- Open Device Emulator from Studio's Test menu.
- Select a mobile device from the device selector above the 3D viewport.
- Start a playtest.
Simulate touch gestures
Click and drag with the mouse to simulate a single-touch gesture.
Use these default shortcuts for two-touch gestures:
| Gesture | Windows | macOS |
|---|---|---|
| Pinch or rotate | Hold Alt while dragging | Hold Option while dragging |
| Two-touch pan | Hold Alt+Shift while dragging | Hold Option+Shift while dragging |
You can change the default shortcuts through Studio's Customize Shortcuts menu.
Test different displays
The Device Emulator can show interfaces at different resolutions and aspect ratios. You can also switch the emulated view between landscape and portrait orientations.