INPUT DEVICES BASIC 7

DEFINITION
An input device is any hardware component that
allows a user to enter data, instructions, or
commands into a computer or other electronic
system for processing.

It is this device that helps users to interact with the

computer.
 DEFINITION

An input device is any hardware component that

allows a user to enter data, instructions, or
commands into a computer or other electronic
system for processing.

It is this device that helps users to interact with the

computer.
EXAMPLES OF INPUT
DEVICES
Keyboard

Mouse

Touchscreen

Microphone
EXAMPLES OF INPUT
DEVICES

Scanner:

Joystick:

Webcam:

Stylus:
 USES

Scanner: Converts physical documents and images into digital format.

Joystick: Often used in gaming, it allows users to control movements on the

screen

Webcam: Captures video input for recording or live video conferencing.

Stylus: A pen-like tool used to interact with touchscreens or drawing tablets

 USES
Keyboard: Used to input text, numbers, and commands by pressing
keys

Mouse: A pointing device that controls the movement of the cursor

on the screen.

Touchscreen: : Allows users to interact directly with the display by

touching it
Microphone: Captures audio input for voice recognition, recording,
or communication.
EXERCISE
Write down the categories of input device
What is the difference between the categories stated in question
one
State two of each of the categories
 CLASSIFICATION OF INPUT
DEVICES

Input devices can also be classified based on how they interact

with the computer and the user. Here are the two primary

categories: direct input devices and indirect input device.

 DIRECT INPUT DEVICES

Direct input devices allow users to input data or commands directly through
interaction with the device.

In other words

A direct input device allows the user to interact with the computer system by
directly pointing at or manipulating objects on the display screen.
EXAMPLES OF DIRECT INPUT
DEVICES

Touchscreens

•Function: Users interact directly

with the display by touching it.

•Usage: Commonly found in

smartphones, tablets, and
interactive kiosks.
VOICE
RECOGNITION
SYSTEMS

Function: Users speak commands

or dictate text, which the system
converts into digital input.

Usage: Used in virtual assistants

like Siri and Google Assistant.
GRAPHIC
TABLETS

Function: Users draw or write directly

on the tablet’s surface using a stylus.
It works with all the photo and
painting software programs.

Usage: Popular among artists and

designers for creating digital artwork.
BIOMETRIC
SCANNERS

Function: Scan fingerprints, facial features,

or iris patterns for identification.

Usage: Used for security systems, mobile

device unlocking, and access control.

MANUAL INPUT DEVICES
Manual input devices require users to perform actions that involve
physical manipulation or entry of data. This may involve typing,
clicking, or other forms of manual input.
EXAMPLES OF MANUAL INPUT DEVICES

Keyboards
Function: Users press keys to input text and commands.
Usage: Essential for typing documents, coding, and general
computer use.
Mouse
Function: Users click and move the mouse to interact with the
computer interface.
Usage: Commonly used for navigation, selecting items, and
executing commands.
SCANNERS

Function: Users manually place

documents in scanners to convert them
into digital format.
Usage: Used in offices for digitizing
paperwork.
STYLUS

Function: While stylus can be used for

direct input, it can also be used manually
on devices without touch sensitivity.
Usage: Writing or drawing on screens not
designed for touch input.
ADVANTAGES OF INPUT
DEVICES
User Engagement: Input devices provide a way for users to actively
engage with technology. This interaction enhances user experience
and satisfaction, making tasks more enjoyable and efficient.
Enhanced Data Accuracy: Specialized input devices, such as
barcode scanners and digital pens, improve data accuracy and
reduce errors in data entry compared to manual methods.
 CONT’D

• Reduction of Physical Barriers: Input

devices like voice recognition systems
and adaptive controllers help
overcome physical limitations,
allowing individuals with disabilities to
interact with technology more easily.

• Input devices enable fast entry of data

into document.
 TPES OF KEYS
ON THE
KEYBOARD
Alphanumeric Keys

These keys include letters (A-Z), numbers (0-

9), and special characters.

Function: Used for typing text, numbers, and

special characters in documents,
spreadsheets, and programming.
 TPES OF KEYS
ON THE
KEYBOARD
Navigation Keys

These include arrow keys, Home, End, Page Up, and Page Down,
which help in moving the cursor or scrolling through documents.

Arrow Keys: Move the cursor in different directions.

-Home: Moves the cursor to the beginning of a line or document.

- End: Moves the cursor to the end of a line or document.

-Page Up/Page Down: Scrolls through documents or web pages

 TPES OF KEYS
ON THE
KEYBOARD
Function Keys (F1-F12)

Located at the top of the keyboard, these keys

are labeled F1 through F12 and perform
specific functions in software applications.

F1: Opens the help menu in many applications.

- F2: Renames selected files or folders.

- F5: Refreshes the current window or

document.

- F11: Toggles full-screen mode in web

browsers.
 TPES OF KEYS
ON THE
KEYBOARD
Control Keys

These keys include Ctrl, Alt, and Shift, and

are used for modifying other keys' functions.

Ctrl: Often used in keyboard shortcuts (e.g.,

Ctrl + C to copy).

-Alt: Accesses menu options or shortcuts.

-Shift: Types uppercase letters and accesses

secondary functions of keys.
 TPES OF KEYS
ON THE
KEYBOARD
Editing Keys

Definition Keys such as Insert, Delete,

Backspace, and Enter that are used for
editing text.

Backspace: Deletes characters to the left of

the cursor.

- Delete: Removes characters to the right of

the cursor.

-Enter: Executes commands or creates a

new line/paragraph.
 TPES OF KEYS
ON THE
KEYBOARD
Numeric Keypad

A section of keys on the right side of the

keyboard that includes numbers and
operators, resembling a calculator layout.

Allows quick entry of numbers and

mathematical operations, particularly useful
in spreadsheets.
 TPES OF KEYS
ON THE
KEYBOARD
. Special Keys

Includes keys like Esc, Tab, and Print Screen,

which have unique functions.

Esc: Cancels current operations or closes

dialogs.

-Tab: Moves the cursor to the next field or

indents text.

-Print Screen: Captures a screenshot of the

current screen.
TYPES OF
MOUSE
Mechanical Mouse: The
mechanical mouse uses a rubber
ball on its underside to detect
movement. As the mouse is
moved across a surface, the ball
rolls and turns two internal shafts
that translate the movement into
cursor movement on the screen.
 TYPES OF
MOUSE
Optical Mouse: An optical mouse uses a
light-emitting diode (LED) to detect
movement. It shines a light onto the surface
beneath it and uses a sensor to interpret
changes in the reflected light. Optical mice
are available in both wired and wireless
options. Movement is detected by sensing
changes in reflected light, rather than by
interpreting the motion of a rolling sphere.
 TYPES OF
MOUSE
Laser Mouse: Similar to the
optical mouse, the laser mouse uses
a laser instead of an LED to detect
movement. This allows for higher
precision and can work on a wider
range of surfaces.
 TYPES OF
MOUSE
Wireless Mouse: The
wireless mouse can be
optical or laser but it
operates without a cord or
cable. It uses Radio
Frequency or Bluetooth.
 TYPES OF
MOUSE
Trackball Mouse: It uses a
large ball that is usually located
on the top or side of the mouse.
The user rotates the ball with
their fingers to control the
cursor, while the body of the
mouse remains stationary.
ADVANTAGES OF INPUT
DEVICE
Increased Engagement in Learning: Educational input devices, such
as interactive tablets and smartboards, promote active learning by
encouraging students to participate directly in lessons and
activities.
Support for Multiple Languages and Formats: Input devices like
keyboards can be configured for different languages and special
characters, facilitating communication and data entry in diverse
linguistic contexts.
DISADVANTAGES OF INPUT
DEVICES
Physical Strain: Prolonged use of certain input devices, such as
keyboards and mice, can lead to discomfort or repetitive strain
injuries.
Cost of Specialized Devices: High-quality or specialized input
devices, like professional graphic tablets or gaming peripherals, can
be expensive, making them less accessible for others to use.
Some input devices are more difficult to use when doing certain
operations like the drag and drop.
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 AREAS WHERE DIFFERENT INOUT
DEVICES ARE USED
Healthcare
Touchscreen Interface
Barcode Scanner (for patient tracking)
Voice Recognition Software
Digital Pen (for note-taking)
Medical Imaging Devices (inputting data)
Adaptive Keyboards (for accessibility)
 AREAS WHERE DIFFERENT INOUT
DEVICES ARE USED
Office Environments
•Devices:
• Keyboard
• Mouse
• Scanner
• CCTV(Closed-Circuit Television) Camera
• Touchscreen Monitor
• Microphone (for voice commands or meetings)
 AREAS WHERE DIFFERENT INOUT
DEVICES ARE USED
Education
•Devices:
• Interactive Whiteboard
• Touchscreen Tablet
• CCTV(Closed-Circuit Television) Camera
• Keyboard
• Microphone (for presentations)
• Biometric attendance system
 AREAS WHERE DIFFERENT INOUT
DEVICES ARE USED
Education
•Devices:
• Interactive Whiteboard
• Touchscreen Tablet
• CCTV(Closed-Circuit Television) Camera
• Keyboard
• Microphone (for presentations)
• Biometric attendance system
 AREAS WHERE DIFFERENT INOUT
DEVICES ARE USED
Graphic Design and Multimedia
•Devices:
• Graphics Tablet
• Stylus
• Touchscreen Monitor
• Scanner (for digitizing artwork)
• Digital Camera (for photography)
• Microphone (for voiceovers)
 OUTPUT DEVICES
An output device is a hardware component that is used for
displaying results of a processed data.
This device convert electronic information into human’s readable
format. This format can be audio, visual, text or hard copy.
EXAMPLES OF OUTPUT
DEVICES
Monitor
Printer
Headphone
Speaker
Projector
Braille reader
Plotter
 HEADPHO
PROJECTOR
MONITOR NE
PRINTER

BRAILLE
PLOTTER
SPEAKER READER
MONITOR

Monitors are output devices that display visual

information from the computer. They convert
electronic signals into images, allowing users to view
applications, documents, videos, and more.
 TYPES OF
MONITORS
•OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode):

A display technology that uses organic compounds that emit light

when an electric current is applied, offering superior color

accuracy and contrast.

•CRT (Cathode Ray Tube):

Older technology that uses electron beams to illuminate

phosphorescent screens. Bulkier and heavier than modern

monitors but capable of displaying rich colors.

 TYPES OF
MONITORS

•LCD (Liquid Crystal Display):

It is thin, lightweight screens that use liquid crystals
illuminated by a backlight. Commonly used in laptops
and desktop computers.
•LED (Light Emitting Diode):
A type of LCD that uses LED backlighting, resulting in
better brightness and energy efficiency.
OLED
PRINTER

A printer is an output device

that creates a physical copy of
digital documents, images, or
graphics on various media, most
commonly on paper.
 NOTE
There are two types of printers, and they are:

Nonimpact printers and Impact printers

Nonimpact printers: Non-impact printers create images and text

without physically striking the paper. Instead, they use various
technologies to apply ink or produce images. Examples, Ink-jet
printers and laser printers.

Impact printers: Impact printers are devices that create images and
text by physically striking an inked ribbon against the paper.
 LASER PRINTERS DOT-MATRIX PRINTER
INKJET PRINTERS

These are nonimpact Laser printers are

nonimpact printers that A dot matrix printer
printers that work by
use a laser beam to (DMP) is a type of impact
spraying tiny droplets
produce an image on a printer that creates
of liquid ink onto paper
drum, which is then characters and
to create text and
transferred to paper illustrations by striking an
images.
using toner (powdered ink-soaked cloth ribbon
It is ideal for high- Laser Printers
ink). against paper, forming a
quality color printing,
Efficient for high- pattern of dots.
including photos and
graphics at home and volume printing of text
in small offices. documents, commonly
used in offices.
 PROJECTOR

A projector is a display output device

that receives images from the
computer and transfers it to the
walls, surface or projection screen.

Or it displays an image or video onto

a surface, typically a screen or wall.
 PLOTTER

A plotter is a specialized printer used

for producing high-precision graphics
and drawings, particularly in
engineering and architectural
applications. Unlike a printer, a
plotter has various advanced features
and can also print on cardboard, film,
fabric and many other surfaces.
 SPEAKER

A speaker is an output that is used to

achieve an audio output. Speakers
are commonly used in audio
equipment to reproduce music,
dialogue, and other sound.
 BRAILLE
READER
A braille reader is a device that enables
visually impaired individuals to read
braille text. It converts digital text into
braille characters that can be physically
felt by the user, allowing visually
impaired individuals to read information.
 ADVANTAGES OF AN
OUTPUT DEVICE
1. It can present information in various forms, including text, images,
audio, and video.

2. Many output devices, such as screen readers and braille displays,

improve accessibility for individuals with disabilities.

3. Output devices like monitors and speakers provide immediate feedback.

4. Devices such as projectors facilitate group work and collaboration by

allowing multiple people to view the same information.
 DISADVANTAGES OF AN
OUTPUT DEVICE
1. Some output devices, particularly large printers and projectors,
require significant space, which can be a constraint in smaller
environments.

2. High-quality output devices can be expensive, which may be a

barrier for some users or organizations, especially when multiple
units are required.

3. A dark is often required for the use of most projectors.

4. Difficulty in transporting some larger output devices like the