Button layout on the joystick

Game joysticks are very similar to each other, they have a standard set of buttons with similar functions, however, a beginner can get confused in them. Therefore, we will analyze the standard arrangement of function keys on the joystick.

Do all joysticks have the same button layout?

The most popular game consoles can be divided into two large groups: Sony PS and Xbox. Gamepads for them are somewhat different, but not much. All joysticks have a standard set of keys and sort them into groups:

• two sticks - left and right (or fungus);
• D-pad arrows;
• function keys;
• "menu" (in different consoles it is called differently);
• start;
• triggers and bumpers (located at the end).

These keys on the controller must be required, but their name and location may vary slightly. We will consider the location of the buttons on the PS3 joystick.

Gamepad front panel

In the entire series of Sony consoles, the gamepads have not changed much, therefore, having examined the location of the buttons of the PS3 prefix using an example, you can figure out other models.

The basic keys are on the front of the gamepad.

• D-pad This group is located on the left side of the joystick and represents the arrow keys for controlling the hero and cursor.
• Function buttons. Located on the right side: cross, square, circle and triangle. In different games, they represent different functions, so before starting the game you need to go to the settings and see their functionality.
• Select pauses the game, making a transition to the menu.
• Start - launches the game, pauses it, opens an additional menu.
• PS allows you to enter the intrasystem menu.

Sticks should be given special attention. Each of them has a dual function: rotation and pressing. In general, sticks are denoted by the letters L and R. Accordingly, the left stick (left) and right (right). If the game requires L3 or R3 you need to click on the appropriate stick.

Buttons on the end of the joystick

At the end of the controller there are 4 keys.

1. L1 and L2;
2. R1 and R

Their functions vary depending on the type of game. The main thing is to know their designations, and then to understand their purpose will be easy with the help of instructions.