Spanish Phrase
Pulsa 'Cancelar'.
Meaning
A short instruction telling the user to press the button that says “Cancelar”. It is commonly found in software, websites, and electronic devices.
When to use
Use this phrase in any UI‑related context – tutorials, help screens, error messages, or spoken instructions when guiding a user through a digital process.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Pulsa'Cancelar'
Imperative (2nd person singular)
Pulsa is the informal affirmative imperative of the verb pulsar (to press). The subject pronoun ‘tú’ is omitted.
Infinitive as button label
Cancelar appears in its infinitive form because button labels are usually written as infinitives in Spanish UI.
🗨In Conversation
¿Cómo salgo sin guardar los cambios?
How do I exit without saving the changes?
Pulsa 'Cancelar'.
Press ‘Cancel’.
✕Common Mistakes
Pulse 'Cancelar'.
Pulse is the formal imperative (usted). Use Pulsa for informal UI instructions unless the app targets a formal audience.
Pulsa 'Cancel'.
Do not translate the button label; keep it exactly as it appears on the screen.
Pulsa cancelar.
The button label should stay in quotes and retain its infinitive form.
↔Alternatives
Haz clic en 'Cancelar'.
Click on ‘Cancel’.
Selecciona 'Cancelar'.
Select ‘Cancel’.
Presiona 'Cancelar'.
Press ‘Cancel’.
Cultural Tip
In most Spanish‑speaking countries the button label is ‘Cancelar’, but in some regions (especially in Mexico) you may also see ‘Anular’. The informal imperative Pulsa is perfect for on‑screen instructions; if you need a more formal tone, use ‘Pulse’. Also, keep the label inside quotes to match the visual appearance of the button.