Windows Touch Z Axis Allowance Test
This test verifies that a Windows® Touch device does not exceed the maximum z-axis allowance (0.5 millimeters) for touch detection.
Test details
Associated requirements |
Device.Digitizer.Touch.ZAxisAllowance |
Platforms |
Windows RT (ARM-based) Windows 8 (x64) Windows 8 (x86) Windows RT 8.1 Windows 8.1 x64 Windows 8.1 x86 |
Expected run time |
~2 minutes |
Categories |
Certification Functional |
Type |
Manual |
Running the test
Before you run the test, complete the test setup as described in the test requirements: Windows Touch Testing Prerequisites.
This requirement minimizes accidental touches. In typing situations in particular, the user's fingers hover very close to the surface of the screen.
To complete this test, hold a contact at the defined distance for the stated specified duration.
Note
See How to Use the Precision Touch Testing Tool to learn about how Microsoft performs this test in the Windows Touch Device Certification Processes and Windows Touch Test Lab (WTTL) Service.
Troubleshooting
For troubleshooting information, see Troubleshooting Device.Digitizer Testing and How to run the Windows HCK Tests for Touch and Pen Devices.
More information
Command syntax
| Command option | Description |
|---|---|
Logo3.exe -config ZAxisAllowance.json |
Runs the test. |
File list
| File | Location |
|---|---|
Logo3.exe |
<testbinroot>\digitizer\Win8Touch |
ZAxisAllowance.json |
<testbinroot>\digitizer\Win8Touch |
Related topics
How to run the Windows HCK Tests for Touch and Pen Devices