I made a joke post about having an airsoft gun by my PC to take "screenshots," and now I'm curious about turning it into a real controller for that purpose. What's the easiest way to repurpose an airsoft gun to trigger screenshot functions on my computer?
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Using an NES gun controller could be a fun alternative! It's definitely a more practical choice, although it might seem a bit silly. Just something to consider if you're in for a retro vibe!
Honestly, you could go all out with an Arduino Pro Micro. Hook it up so pulling the trigger sends a print screen command to your PC. You can even set it up for different key combos based on how long you hold the trigger!
You can wire a Bluetooth macro key to the trigger if it's electric, or for something simpler, just use a momentary micro switch. This can activate a macro key to take screenshots when you pull the trigger.