The laparoscopic tool interface comprises a frame attachable to an upper extremity of a user a controller operatively connected to a laparoscopic tool and arranged for manipulation by a hand of a user and, a mounting on the frame for the laparoscopic tool and, wherein operating parts for tool position movements of the laparoscopic tool being separated from the controller and wherein a shaft of said laparoscopic tool not being coaxial with the upper extremity of said user and/or not being coaxial with said controller. The functions of positioning of the laparoscopic tool and operating the tool are separated. Movement of the upper extremity of the user and/or movement of a joint enable positioning of the tool to a preferred point and at the right orientation. The fingers of the user effect operational movement of the tool.
