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Working with several programs at a time

You can open as many application programs and desk accessories as your computer’s memory allows.

All open programs are listed in the Application menu at the right end of the menu bar. The name of the active program (the one you’re using right now) has a checkmark next to it, and its icon appears in the menu bar.

The Finder icon

Commands to hide or display open windows

A checkmark indicates

 

 

 

 

Open programs

the active program

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Finding out which programs are open

 

If you have several programs and windows open, you can find out which

 

program is active and which other programs are open by pulling down the

 

Application menu.

 

Switching programs

 

You can switch to another open program or desk accessory by choosing its

 

name from the Application menu.

 

If a program’s icon is dimmed in the menu, that means its windows are

 

hidden. Choosing the program from the Application menu displays its

 

windows.

You can also switch to another program by clicking in a window that belongs to an open program, or by double-clicking a program icon (or the icon of a document that was created with the program).

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Contents User’sGuide Apple Computer, Inc Contents Power Management Connecting Additional EquipmentIndex Communications regulation information Vcci statement Power On button Power adapter port Getting Started Plugging in the computerWhen you are ready to begin Opening the display Turning on the computer Problems turning on your computer? Chapter What’s next? Learning the basics Tutorial are highlighted, then release the trackball button Reviewing the basics Turning the computer off Putting the computer to sleep Automatic sleepRestarting a computer that’s already on Where to find answers User’s GuideGetting Help Getting answers to your questions Getting answers with the Topics button Now continue with the next section Getting answers with the Index button Read and follow the instructions in the window Getting answers with the Look For button If you want to close Macintosh Guide, click here Tips for using Macintosh Guide Identifying objects on the screen Learning useful shortcuts Main Macintosh Shortcuts window appearsClick one of the category buttons Connecting Additional Equipment PowerBook Duo Dock and Duo Dock Connecting Additional Equipment PowerBook Duo MiniDock PowerBook Duo Floppy Adapter Connecting a printerConnecting a modem See the documentation that came with the modemExternal modem is ready to use Connecting Scsi devices TerminatorUsing your PowerBook as a Scsi disk HDI-30 ScsiConnecting your computer as a Scsi disk Turn on the PowerBook by pressing the power button Simplifying the connection process Quitting Scsi disk mode Connecting other devices Adding memory to your computerInstalling and Using Application Programs Installing application programsFinding out which programs are open Switching programsWorking with several programs at a time Backing up your files Hiding and showing windows on the desktopPage Responding to low-power messages Power ManagementPower sources What you should do What you should knowRecharging the battery Recharging in the computerRecharging in a recharger Place the battery in the recharger as shown Removing or replacing the battery Recharging in both the computer and a rechargerReplacement batteries come with a door attached Replacing the backup battery Disposing of dead batteriesReconditioning the battery Following appears Maximizing work time Page Appendix a Health, Safety, and Maintenance Tips Health-related information about computer useMusculoskeletal discomfort Eye fatigue Arranging your work area and equipmentKeyboard and trackball Mouse Avoiding fatigue What about electromagnetic emissions?Important care and safety instructions Appendix a Caring for batteries Handling floppy disks Traveling with the PowerBook Storing the PowerBook Service and supportAppendix B Using Your Keyboard Control key Index Index Disk Tools disk 53 display. See also screen Index Index Index Index See Scsi Y, Z Apple Computer, Inc