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NAME
jstest - joystick test program
SYNOPSIS
jstest
[--normal] [--old] [--event] [--nonblock] [--select] <device-name>
DESCRIPTION
jstest
can be used to test all the features of the Linux
joystick API, including non-blocking and select(2) access, as
well as version 0.x compatibility mode.
It is also intended to
serve as an example implementation for those who wish to learn
how to write their own joystick using applications.
OPTIONS
- --normal
-
One-line mode showing immediate status.
- --old
-
Same as --normal, using 0.x interface.
- --event
-
Prints events as they come in.
- --nonblock
-
Same as --event, in nonblocking mode.
- --select
-
Same as --event, using select(2) call.
SEE ALSO
jscal(1), jsattach(1), select(2).