How to use this test
- Drag finger across entire screen surface.
- Cover corners, edges, and center grid squares.
- Ensure every grid cell illuminates green.
- Check for broken lines or missed blocks indicating digitizer dead zones.
How to understand your result
Looks good: 100% of grid cells responded to touch without gaps.
Issue observed: Specific columns or rows failed to register touch (digitizer failure).
Troubleshooting: what to try next
- Remove thick screen protectors that may insulate capacitive sensors.
- Ensure screen is free of water drops which cause phantom touches.
What this test cannot tell you
Cannot diagnose hardware touch controller bus errors directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Physical drops can fracture the transparent indium tin oxide (ITO) touch grid bonded to the glass.
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Last Reviewed: 2026-10-17 • Test Method: pointermove and touchmove dynamic grid collision detection • How We Test