Chapter 3
Operating Basics
This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer, highlights
the precautions that should be taken when using it.
TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device
Some models are equipped with a dual point system: a Touch Pad and an
AccuPoint pointing stick.
Using the Touch Pad
To use the Touch Pad, simply touch and move your fingertip across it in
the direction you want the on-screen pointer to go.
Figure 3-1 Touch Pad and Touch Pad control buttons (R850)
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1. AccuPoint* 4. Fingerprint Sensor*
2. AccuPoint control buttons* 5. Touch Pad control buttons
3. Touch Pad 6. Touch Pad ON/OFF button
* Provided with some models.
Press Touch Pad ON/OFF button could enable or disable the Touch Pad
function.
The two buttons below the Touch Pad are used like the buttons on a
standard mouse - press the left button to select a menu item or to
manipulate text or graphics designated by the pointer, and press the right
button to display a menu or other function depending on the software you
are using.
Using the AccuPoint
To use the AccuPoint, simply push it with your finger tip in the direction you
want to move the on-screen pointer.
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