- Why don t styluses work on phones?
- Is a stylus better than finger?
- Will any stylus work on any touch screen?
Why don t styluses work on phones?
A stylus won't work with a capacitive touchscreen device because styluses aren't conductive. The human body is an excellent conductor of electricity. When you touch a capacitive device, your finger absorbs some of the electricity, thereby allowing the device to identify the point of contact.
Is a stylus better than finger?
A stylus is particularly beneficial when using graphic design programs or apps on a touchscreen device. You can't expect to draw clean lines using your finger. The tip of your finger is wider in diameter than that of a stylus, so it's a poor choice of input when using a graphic design programs or apps.
Will any stylus work on any touch screen?
A passive/capacitive stylus will work on any device that responds to a finger touch, so it's a good bet any recipient will be able to put it to use.