What is a proper way to indicate a response when it’s only a gesture?

Indicating a response that is solely a gesture requires an appropriate notation to accurately reflect the communication taking place. Using the notation [No audible response.] provides a clear and standardized approach to document that the response did not involve any spoken words. This notation allows for maintaining the integrity of the transcript by distinguishing between verbal and non-verbal communication.

In this context, noting a gesture as [No audible response.] effectively captures the essence of the interaction and informs the reader that while a reaction was present, it did not contribute any audible content to the conversation. Clarity in transcription is essential, and this notation helps avoid confusion about what was communicated. Other choices, while they may reflect some aspect of the interaction, do not specifically capture the nature of a gesture as clearly as this standardized notation does.