Virtual Input Controller

This Python repository provides functionality for controlling mouse movements and keyboard inputs using hand gestures captured through a webcam. It utilizes the Hand Tracking Module along with OpenCV for hand detection and tracking.

Features

• Hand Tracking: Utilizes the handTrackingModule to detect and track hand movements in real-time.
• Mouse Control: Allows control of the mouse cursor based on hand movements, enabling users to move the cursor and perform clicks.
• Keyboard Emulation: Recognizes specific hand gestures to trigger keyboard inputs, facilitating control over keyboard functions.

Requirements

Ensure you have the following dependencies installed:

• opencv-python: OpenCV library for image and video processing.
• autopy: Cross-platform Python library for simulating mouse and keyboard inputs.
• numpy: Fundamental package for scientific computing with Python.
• pynput: Library for controlling input devices such as keyboard and mouse.

You can install the dependencies via pip:

pip install opencv-python autopy numpy pynput

Usage

1. Clone the repository:

git clone https://github.com/priyansh17/virtual-input-controller.git

2. Navigate to the project directory:

cd virtual-input-controller

3. Run the Python script:

python virtual_input_controller.py

4. Ensure your webcam is connected and positioned correctly to capture hand gestures.

5. Perform the following gestures for corresponding actions:

   • Mouse Control:

     • Extend your index finger to control the mouse cursor.
     • Make a closed fist to perform a left click.

   • Keyboard Emulation:

     • Raise your hand with the index finger pointing up to emulate the 'W' key (move up).
     • Lower your hand with the index finger pointing down to emulate the 'S' key (move down).
     • Move your hand left while keeping the index finger raised to emulate the 'A' key (move left).
     • Move your hand right while keeping the index finger raised to emulate the 'D' key (move right).

6. Press Esc to exit the application.