Joystick
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Definition
A joystick is a handle you move with your hand to tell a computer or game what to do, like making a character run or a plane fly on the screen.
Parts
A joystick has a stick that you move, buttons that you press, a base that keeps it steady on the table, and wires inside that send your moves to the computer or game.
How to Use
To use a joystick, you hold the base steady with one hand, move the stick with your other hand to control what happens on the screen, and press the buttons to jump, shoot, or pick things in the game.
Usage
You use a joystick to play games by moving characters around, flying planes, or driving cars on the screen just by pushing the stick and pressing buttons.
How it Works
A joystick works when you move the stick and press buttons, which sends signals through wires to the computer so it knows how to move your character or plane in the game.