In human physiology, haptics refers to the perception of touch, pressure, temperature and other sensations through the skin, muscles, and joints. In technology, haptics involves the use of mechanical, electrical or other means to simulate or enhance touch sensations in humans, such as through the use of vibration or force feedback.

Haptics is a very useful concept in product design, where tactile and sensory feedback are incorporated to enhance the user experience and functionality of a product. Tactile qualities of a product include texture, weight, shape and temperature. Sensory feedback can be provided through touch and movement. By integrating haptic feedback into product design, designers can create products that are more intuitive, engaging and satisfying to use. Haptic feedback can also be used to provide accessibility features for users with visual or auditory impairments.