Intel WalkAbout Computer manual Writing Pad, Character Pad, On-screen Keyboard, Customization

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Writing Pad

You can enter text by using ink in the writing pad. The writing pad is especially useful for tasks such as adding text to a Word 2003 document or updating a Microsoft Office Excel 2003 spreadsheet. As you write, Input Panel expands to accommodate more text as needed. If you want to convert ink to text, Input Panel does so dynamically.

Character Pad

The character pad also converts your ink to text so that it can be inserted into a program, but you use it to enter one letter at a time. The character pad is particularly useful when you need the highest levels of accuracy— for example, when you're entering an e mail address or a URL. The characters that you enter into the character pad are immediately converted to text, so you can spot and fix any errors immediately.

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On-screen Keyboard

Use the on-screen keyboard when you don't want to use ink but you do want to use the pen, or when you're using a Tablet PC without an attached keyboard. Simply tap the letters on the keyboard to form words. Input Panel enters the text directly in the field or at the insertion point of the active program. The on-screen keyboard is especially useful for entering small amounts of text, such as passwords and file names.

Customization

You can customize Input Panel based on your personal preferences, such as inserting text automatically, changing the ink thickness, and defining the amount of space between the lines in the writing area.

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