What is a Latch? Entry Point DistributionMar 01, 2022 Share - The most important part of your door handles.- 'Latching' is the act of a door being closed and remaining held shut. - the 'tongue' of triangular shaped metal that retracts into the door to release and extends into the door frame to hold shut. Share Previous articleNext article Sign up for our Newsletter Get the latest home decor updates sent directly to your email. Your email Subscribe Follow us