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Visual 6502 JavaScript Simulator Overview

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The Visual 6502 simulator is a JavaScript implementation that runs in the browser using only HTML5 features available on recent versions. It requires substantial RAM and may encounter compatibility issues; users are advised to check browser support. Keyboard shortcuts allow interaction: press z to zoom in, x to zoom out, and n to step the simulation forward.

Mouse controls enable navigation when zoomed in: left‑click and drag to scroll the view. Additional guidance is provided in the User Guide, and the full source code is hosted on GitHub under the visual6502 repository. For those who prefer a ready‑made environment, the online emulator and assembler from the easy6502 tutorial can be used, together with the disassembler from mass:werk.

Users seeking deeper exploration of the 6502 architecture or advanced features should visit the Advanced page linked from the simulator. The project combines educational resources with a functional emulator, making it a versatile tool for learning and experimentation with classic 6502 code.