Gateway 1450 specifications Using the touchpad, Using the EZ Pad touchpad

Using the EZ Pad touchpad

You can use the EZ-Pad left and right buttons below the touchpad to select objects.

You can assign a function to the rocker switch between the touchpad buttons. This function can be to scroll up or down, maximize or minimize the active window, or open and close the Start menu. For more information about programming the rocker switch, see “Changing the touchpad settings” on page 163.

Using the touchpad

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Move the pointer on the screen.

Move your finger around on the touchpad. If you run out of space and need to move the pointer farther, lift your finger, move it to the middle of the touchpad, then continue moving your finger.

Select an object on the screen.

Start a program or open a file or folder.

Position the pointer over the object. Press the left button below the touchpad once. This action is called clicking.

Position the pointer over the object. Press the left button below the touchpad twice in rapid succession. This action is called double-clicking.

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