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# Handedness

> Handedness of the athlete ['right' or 'left'] as input parameter. This determines the swing side and affects the interpretation of all other metrics.

## Technical Details

* **Variable Type:** Dimension
* **Data Type:** String
* **Units:** N/A
* **Column Name:** `handedness`
* **Aggregation:** mode
* **Precision:** 0
* **Optimal Direction:** N/A
* **Values:** 'right' or 'left'

## Description

Handedness specifies which side the athlete bats from (right-handed or left-handed). This is a required input parameter that affects the interpretation of all other swing metrics.

## Use Cases

* Swing side identification
* Metric interpretation
* Data analysis