A device and method for inserting rivets. A compressor bypass may fluidly connect a compressed air line to the exhaust gas line. The cylindrical bottom electrodes are disposed on the substrate and electrically connected to the respective plugs. The crib comprises a base plate and a plurality of plates arranged in a predetermined manner to form side walls of the crib. A chucking mechanism is mounted in the main body for chucking the linking member. In comparison with the prior art, a larger number of electric parts can be operated and thus the multidirectional input device is suitable for use in a portable electronic device for which various functions are required.