visual actions for text

[DarkKennith]

is it ok to make one of those guide topics.

so writers can know what terms are for visual cues.

like when you go and tipy-tap all your fingers against the other finger's on your hand.

like Mr. Burns does as he says "excellent"

or just, expressions, what is shown on the inside and what the body does.

such as "hangdog expression".

or is this a spamy foo post, to ask for all of us to uh. have an education party.

[Keith Inc.]

is it ok to make one of those guide topics.

so writers can know what terms are for visual cues.

like when you go and tipy-tap all your fingers against the other finger's on your hand.

like Mr. Burns does as he says "excellent"

Well, there's generally no set term for physical actions like that. You have to determine what parts of the scene in your head are important details for the reader and convey them.

"Burns Tented his fingers and said, 'Excellent.'"

Luckily, in fanfic, your characters probably already have certain mannerisms that you can exploit. Or, you can use pop-culture references.

"George splayed his fingers and tapped the tips together. Mary was reminded of Mr. Burns and thought George was about to say, 'Excellent.'"

if you write in script format, you can just describe the actions as direction to the reader.

GEORGE: So, Mary. What shall we do about this...wardrobe malfunction of yours? (Leans back in chair, smiling at Mary. He joins his hands together at the fingers, like Mr. Burns does. But doesn't say 'excellent' as that would cause a lawsuit)

MARY: I don't know, sir. (Stands up straight and unashamed. Her boob bounces slightly as she does.)