User's Manual

The writing and character pads expand to show Numbers (Num) or Symbols (Sym) toolbars, whose

symbols are inserted immediately in the text entry area as you select them. Then, when you begin to

hand write on the writing or character pad, the Num or Sym toolbar closes.

Number pad can be

useful for entering vital

signs and I&O

Erase by scratching through entire word: Must scratch back and forth in a straight line

two or three times; not in circles. Start your line before the word and end the line after

the word. You can also use a Z-shaped motion.

Hands on exercise:

Practice above skills. Use Microsoft Notepad, WordPad or Word if needed.

Using the Character Pad

Use the character pad for acronyms, equations, or other entries that require individual letters, numbers, or

symbols that the writing pad may interpret incorrectly. Some examples include the following: ~ ! @ # $ %

^ and*( ) _+ < >{ }[ ] \ /. Symbols/letters are displayed in a text equivalent that you can individually correct

by:

• Handwriting over the text equivalent in each character space

• Clicking on the arrow under the letter and selecting an alternative from the drop-down menu

The character pad expands vertically when you get near the end of the panel if you are docked at the top

of the screen.

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