Active end :-

The definition you’ve provided for “active end (n)“ is mostly accurate and relates to graphical user interface (GUI) terminology, particularly in text or object selection scenarios.

Here’s a slightly refined version for clarity

The endpoint of a selected range of objects (such as text, files, or cells), typically determined by the position of the pointer when the user releases the primary mouse button. It is usually the point nearest the cursor or “hot spot” at the time of selection completion.

Additional Notes:

• The other endpoint of the selection is often called the anchor point or anchor end.
• In text selection, for instance, if you click at the start of a paragraph and drag to the end, the start becomes the anchor, and the point where you release the mouse becomes the active end.
• Some systems allow you to adjust only the active end by shift-clicking or using keyboard shortcuts, keeping the anchor fixed.