Symbols and Conventions
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>
This symbol indicates menu commands (and
subcommands) in the order you select them. For
example, File > Import means to open the File menu
and then select the Import command.
t
This symbol indicates a single-step procedure.
Multiple arrows in a list indicate that you perform
one of the actions listed.
k
This symbol represents the Apple or Command key.
Press and hold the Command key and another key to
perform a keyboard shortcut.
Margin tips
In the margin, you will find tips that help you
perform tasks more easily and efficiently.
Italic font
Italic font is used to emphasize certain words and to
indicate variables.
Courier Bold font
Courier Bold font identifies text that you type.
Click
Quickly press and release the left mouse button
(Windows) or the mouse button (Macintosh).
Double-click
Click the left mouse button (Windows) or the mouse
button (Macintosh) twice rapidly.
Right-click
Quickly press and release the right mouse button
(Windows only).
Drag
Press and hold the left mouse button (Windows) or
the mouse button (Macintosh) while you move the
mouse.
Ctrl+
key
k
+key
Press and hold the first key while you press the
second key.
Symbol or Convention Meaning or Action
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