Applications 7-23
Writing Mode
In writing mode, use the stylus to write directly on the screen. Ruled lines are displayed as a guide,
and the zoom magnification increases to allow you to write more easily. For more information, see
Writing on the Screen on page 2-37.

Figure 7-17. Writing on the Screen in Pocket Word

If you cross three ruled lines in a single stylus stroke, the writing becomes a drawing, and can be
edited and manipulated as described in the following section.
Written words are converted to graphics (metafiles) when a Pocket Word document is converted to a
Word document on the host computer.
Drawing Mode
In drawing mode, use the stylus to draw on the screen. Gridlines appear as a guide. When you lift the
stylus after the first stroke, a drawing box indicates the boundaries of the drawing. Every subsequent
With Space button selected,
drag to insert space. An arrow
appears showing the space
direction and size.
Tap to highlight selected text.
Pen
button.
Space
button.
Tap to select formatting options, such
as pen weight and line color.