Nokia 3108 manual Handwriting input method, Writing with the stylus

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4. Handwriting input method

When you want to send a text message, make a note, add a name to the phone book, this phone provides two different types of input methods:

•keypad input method: using the keypad for inputting. For more information please see ”Keypad input methods” on page 20.

•handwriting input method: using the stylus for handwriting inputting. This chapter illustrates how to use handwriting input method.

When the flip cover is open, handwriting input is indicated by in your phone.

Note that handwriting input is available when the flip cover is open and the handwriting input indicator is displayed on the upper left corner of the screen. However, under some circumstances, for example, in certain operations for searching a name in Contacts, handwriting input method maybe available even though the handwriting input indicator is not displayed. You may not be able to use handwriting input methods anywhere you can input with keys. For example,

•You must use the keypad to input any password-type of information, such as the PIN code, PUK code, Security code, Barring code, and the password in certain functions and applications.

•You can not enter a number with handwriting input while the phone is in standby mode, or in calculator.

•You can not input time and date with handwriting input.

Important: Use only a stylus that has been approved by Nokia to be used in connection with this device. Using other stylus may invalidate any warranty applying to the phone and may damage the touch pad. Avoid scratching the touch pad. Never use an actual pen or pencil or other sharp objects to write on the touch pad.

■Writing with the stylus

When you want to enter text, open the flip cover of the phone to activate the touch pad, then write gently in the middle of the touch pad with the stylus.

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