Apple A1428, MC676LL/A, A1442, A1332, A1349, A1429, A1431, A1325, A1387 manual Entering Text

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See “Keyboard” on page 98 for information about turning on keyboards for different languages and other keyboard settings.

Entering Text

Start by typing with just your index finger. As you get more proficient, you can type more quickly using two thumbs.

1Tap a text field, such as in a note or new contact, to bring up the keyboard.

2Tap keys on the keyboard.

As you type, each letter appears above your thumb or finger. If you touch the wrong key, you can slide your finger to the correct key. The letter is not entered until you release your finger from the key.

To	Do this
Type uppercase	Tap the Shift		key before tapping a letter.
Quickly type a period and space	Double-tap the space bar.
Turn caps lock on	Enable caps lock (see page 98), then double-tap the
	Shift	key. The Shift key turns blue, and all letters you type
	are uppercase. Tap the Shift key again to turn caps lock off.
Shows numbers, punctuation,	Tap the Number		key. Tap the Symbol	key to see
or symbols	additional punctuation and symbols.

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