Create a new item such as a message or memo
You can use Just Type to create a new item such as an email message or memo by entering all or part of the item's text. These items are grouped in the Quick Actions section of the search results.
For some Quick Actions, you need to turn on a preference to create that type of item from your search results (see Customise Just Type).
1Open Card view (see Manage applications in Card view) or the Launcher (see Open an application in the Launcher).
2Type all or part of the item text, such as email message text or memo text.
•To create a new task: Tap New Task. A new task opens with the text you have entered as the task description.
4To see more available quick actions, tap More.
Open an application
1Open Card view (see Manage applications in Card view) or the Launcher (see Open an application in the Launcher).
2Begin typing the app name or a related keyword. See Use application keywords for a list.
3When the app appears, tap it.
3If needed, scroll down to see the Quick Actions field. Tap New [item type]. The relevant application opens, displaying your text as part of a new item. Here are some examples:
•To create a new email message: Tap New Email. A new message opens with the text you have entered as the message body text.
Use application keywords
If you don't know the name of the app you are searching for, you can enter a keyword associated with the app. This table shows the keywords you can use to find an app on your smartphone.
Table 1. Application keywords
Application Name | Keywords |
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App Catalog | Store |
Backup | Settings, Preferences |
Bluetooth | Settings, Preferences, Wireless |
Calendar | Datebook, Meetings, Events |
Clock | Alarm, Time, Watch |
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