Phone Triggers GEN 3
These are snap on phone triggers that allow you to use more fingers while playing games on your phone.
3d Print the Triggers
Begin by downloading the files below.
Note: This was designed for a phone with a thickness of .32'' (8.2mm) if your phone is a different thickness then you can edit them in a different CAD software using the files provided. Print with the flat side down (for best results) and the tab pointing up. Infill should be more than 60 % no supports needed.
Measure Out Aluminum Foil
Cut approximately a half inch of aluminum foil off of a standard roll.
Fold It in Half
Using a pair of tweezers (or just your hands) fold the rectangle in half length wise.
Add Aluminum Foil to Trigger
Bend the aluminum foil around the small tab in a "u" shape.
Apply Hot Glue
Apply a dab of hot glue on the inside of the tab.
Insert Aluminum Foil
Quickly reinsert the aluminum foil back on the tab. Using a pair of tweezers compress the aluminum foil to the trigger.
Apply Hot Glue (again)
This time put hot glue on the top of the tab and adhere the aluminum foil to it.
Snip Off Excess Aluminum Foil
Trim the aluminum foil to your desired length.
Make the Contact Pad
Bend the aluminum foil on the back side to make it flush with the top edge. Be careful, do not tear the aluminum foil!
Apply Glue and Trim Off
Apply glue and push the aluminum foil onto the trigger, then snip off the excess.
Repeat and Youre Done!
Do the same thing to the other one and your done!
Video Tutorial
In the game, move the controls under the small tab. Then, press on the aluminum foil, and it will perform the desired action.