A flat screwdriver is simply called a flathead screwdriver.
The name comes from the shape of its tip, which is flat and slotted. This design allows it to fit into slotted screw heads, enabling you to turn the screw.
Flathead screwdrivers are commonly used in various applications, including:
- Home repairs: Assembling furniture, hanging pictures, and tightening loose screws.
- Automotive work: Removing and installing screws on car parts.
- Electronics: Working on devices with slotted screws.
Other names for a flathead screwdriver:
- Slotted screwdriver
- Straight-slot screwdriver
- Standard screwdriver
These names are all interchangeable and refer to the same type of screwdriver.
