What is the metal sheeting used under a roof overhang called?

Question

so far my understanding is that the overhang is called a "soffit", but what is the metal used to close it off called? fascia?

Answer 1

drip edge, to keep the water from going under shingles

Answer 2

An "over hang " is just an extension of the roof ..

The underside is called the soffit and the front side to which the gutter is secured to is called the Facia.

Answer 3

soffit material or sheating fascia is the board on the front side of your soffit