Thumbtacks, also known as pushpins or bulletin board pins, are a versatile and useful tool for both personal and professional settings. Another synonym for thumbtacks is map pins, as they are often used to mark locations on a map or chart. Some people also refer to them as tack nails or nail pins. The term drawing pins is used predominantly in the UK and India, whereas the term thumbtacks is more commonly used in the US. Regardless of the name, these small pins can hold up important notes, pictures, or documents on a variety of surfaces without causing damage.