Styluses, also called touch screen pens, are handheld pen-like input devices designed on touchscreen devices or digital screens for various purposes. These touchscreen accessories interact with touchscreens for more precise input than using fingers. A stylus pen is a versatile touch screen accessory with a pointed tip that functions as a writing, signing, drawing, tapping, and navigation tool on various touch screens. Styluses can be helpful for individuals with limited dexterity or who have difficulty using their fingers to interact with touchscreens. These pens are made of conductive materials and are compatible with various touch screens, including:
- Smart Phones
- Tablets
- Monitors
- Touch Panels
- Display Screens
- iPads.
Benefits of Styluses:
Stylus is a touchscreen pen that offers various benefits, such as:
- They are lightweight.
- Screen protective and easy to use.
- Give precise outputs.
- Robust compatibility with multiple devices.
- Multipurpose and versatile.
- Varied colours, materials, sizes, and design options.
- Cost-effective and durable.
Types of Styluses:
Styluses mimic traditional ball-point pens and are classified into two main types:
- Capacitive Styluses – These touchscreen pens work with most touchscreen devices and rely on the electrical conductivity of the user's hand to register touches.
- Active Styluses – These pens for touchscreens have built-in electronics and are more precise, offering features like pressure sensitivity and palm rejection.
Stylus pens have other types based on the product for which they are used, including:
- Stylus Pens for Android iPhones
- Stylus Pen for Touch Screens
- Stylus Pen for Advanced Hand-held Panels
- Stylus Pen for Smartphones
- Stylus Pen for iPads
- Stylus Pens for FT800 Display
- Stylus Pen for Touch Tablets
- Stylus Pens for Samsung Galaxy
- Stylus Pens for Apple iPads.
Stylus Caps:
Stylus caps, as the name suggests, are replacement caps for stylus pens. These caps are designed to cover and protect the stylus tip from damage, dirt, and wear and tear when not in use. Stylus pen caps come in custom colours, designs, and materials, providing a more secure and comfortable grip. A stylus cap is a detachable cap that attaches the stylus to the device's body, ensuring it doesn't get lost. These caps come in various designs from the leading manufacturers, including Siemens touch pen caps used for different touch systems.
