insertion point
The flashing thing on Word is called the "insertion point" or "cursor." It indicates where text will be inserted when you type. The insertion point typically appears as a vertical blinking line, signaling your current position in the document.
The bar itself is called a cursor, and the point at which the cursor sits is called the "insertion point."
I think the thing you're referring to is usually called by the name "insertion cursor."
A vertical line that indicates where text will be inserted when the user begins typing is called a "text cursor" or "insertion point." It flashes to signal the active position within the text field, showing users where their input will appear. This cursor can also be referred to as a "caret" in some contexts, especially in word processing applications.
The flashing line where text will be entered is called the "cursor" or "text cursor." It indicates the current position in the text field where input will appear. In graphical user interfaces, it is often represented as a vertical blinking line.
it's called an insertion point...you IDIOT
The blinking bar is called the "cursor" or "text cursor." It indicates where text will be inserted when typing in a text field. It often appears as a vertical line or block that blinks to draw attention.
The blinking vertical bar in word processing applications is called the "insertion point" or "cursor." It indicates where the next character will be inserted when typing. Users can move the insertion point using the keyboard or mouse to edit text at different locations.
It's a cursor, you IDIOT!Improved: Actually it's called the insertion point, idiot.
The blinking vertical light is called the cursor, I-bar or Insertion Point.
The pointer in the document window is commonly referred to as the "cursor." It indicates the current position where text will be inserted or edited within the document. The cursor often appears as a vertical blinking line or an arrow, depending on the context and the software being used.
The blinking vertical light is called the cursor, I-bar or Insertion Point.