And unlike a dial indicator — at least the analog type — this sensor outputs an easily digitized signal. That comes courtesy of a simple opto-interrupter sensor, which measures the position of ...

This allows us to use a simple pushrod connected between the lifter and the dial indicator. Be sure to align the dial indicator with the lifter. This prevents checking errors.

This guide shows you how to pair, set up & use Surface Dial to navigate menus, control volume and other similar tasks on Windows 11/10.