Identifying the Controller Parts
An Xbox One controller is a complex piece of hardware made up of many different parts. To disassemble it, you need to be familiar with all of these parts and how they fit together.
### Front Panel
The front panel of the controller is the most recognizable part. It features the two analog sticks, the D-pad, the four face buttons (A, B, X, Y), and the two shoulder buttons. The front panel is also home to the Xbox button, which is used to turn the controller on and off and to access the Xbox dashboard.
| Part | Description |
|---|---|
| Analog sticks | Two analog joysticks that are used to control movement and aiming in games. |
| D-pad | A four-way directional pad that is used to navigate menus and control characters in games. |
| Face buttons | Four buttons (A, B, X, Y) that are used to perform actions in games. |
| Shoulder buttons | Two buttons located on the top of the controller that are used to perform actions in games. |
| Xbox button | A button located in the center of the controller that is used to turn the controller on and off and to access the Xbox dashboard. |
### Back Panel
The back panel of the controller is where the battery compartment is located. It also features a port for connecting the controller to a console or PC.
| Part | Description |
|---|---|
| Battery compartment | A compartment that holds the batteries that power the controller. |
| Connection port | A port that is used to connect the controller to a console or PC. |
### Internal Components
The internal components of the controller are what make it function. These components include the circuit board, the buttons, and the analog sticks.
| Part | Description |
|---|---|
| Circuit board | A board that contains the electronic components that control the controller. |
| Buttons | The physical buttons that are used to control the controller. |
| Analog sticks | The two analog joysticks that are used to control movement and aiming in games. |
