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Using the TouchPad™
5.375 x 8.375 ver 3.1
Adjusting TouchPad™ settings
While you are typing, the on-screen pointer may seem to move or
jump around “by itself” to random locations on the screen. The
on-screen pointer may also seem to automatically select text, click
buttons, and activate other user interface elements. For help with
these problems, try one or more of the following:
❖
Try adjusting your typing technique to avoid accidental contact
with the TouchPad™. You may be inadvertently brushing the
TouchPad with the heel of your hand as you type. Also,
accidental light touches or taps on the TouchPad may select an
item or text on the screen, and potentially the item or text may
be replaced by the next character you type.
Open or activate an
item
1
Move the pointer to the item you want to
open/activate.
2
Do one of the following:
❖
Tap the TouchPad twice in rapid
succession
OR
❖
Press and release the primary
control button twice in rapid
succession
(Sample Illustration)
Tap twice to open
Right-click an item
1
Move the pointer to the item you want to
right-click.
2
Press and release the secondary control
button.
This feature varies by program. Check your
program documentation for specific
instructions on right-clicking.
(Sample Illustration)
Click the secondary
(right-hand) control button
Scroll vertically
Slide your finger along the right edge of the
TouchPad in the direction you want to scroll.
Repeat to scroll a longer distance.
(Sample Illustration)
Vertical scrolling active
area
Scroll horizontally
Slide your finger along the bottom edge of
the TouchPad in the direction you want to
scroll. Repeat to scroll a longer distance.
(Sample Illustration)
Horizontal scrolling
active area
To: Do
the
following:
Example:
