Editing Handle (section)

{{short description|Part of device designed to be held}}
{{other uses}}
[[File:Claw-hammer.jpg|275px|thumb|A modern [[claw hammer]] with [[rubber]]-[[coating|coated]] handle]]
[[File:Morakniv Basic 511 Carbon Steel.jpg|thumb|Knife handle]]

A '''handle''' is a part of, or an attachment to, an object that allows it to be [[grasp]]ed and [[object manipulation|manipulate]]d by [[hand]].  The design of each type of handle involves substantial [[ergonomics|ergonomic]] issues, even where these are dealt with intuitively or by following tradition. Handles for [[tools]] are an important part of their function, enabling the user to exploit the tools to maximum effect. [[Package handle]]s allow for convenient carrying of packages.