You can add a touch-sensitive screen to any PC or even an old laptop by buying a touch-sensitive monitor. There must be a market for them, because most leading monitor suppliers offer them. Touch-sensitive monitors are therefore more expensive than traditional designs, which must restrict the size of the market.
What makes a device touch screen?
There are three components that work together to create the magic of touch screen capability: the touch sensor, the controller, and the software. The touch sensor can be one of three types: resistive, surface acoustic wave, or capacitive. Resistive and capacitive are the most common and are quite ingenious.
How do I know if my monitor is touch screen?
Right-click the Windows icon, then open System. See the description under System > Pen and Touch: No Pen or Touch Input is available for this Display means the LCD is not touch screen. Full Windows Touch Support with 10 Touch Points means the LCD is touch screen (the description will vary on different hardware).
How do I make my monitor touch screen?
- Step 1: Remove Your Computer Monitor Housing.
- Step 2: Perform a Thorough Clean.
- Step 3: Install the Touch Screen Overlay and Screen Overlay Controller.
- Step 4: Replace the Front Monitor Frame.
- Step 5: Plug-In Your Monitor and Screen Overlay Controller Kit USB/Cables.