Using the TouchpadCAUTION: Do not use a sharp object such as a pen on the touchpad. Doing so maydamage the touchpad surface.NOTE: For optimal performance of the touchpad, keep your fingers and the padsclean and dry. When tapping on the pad, tap lightly. Do not use excessive force.The touchpad is a pointing device that allows you tocommunicate with the computer by controlling the location of thepointer on the screen and making selection with the buttons.The touchpad consists of a rectangular pad and two buttons. Touse the touchpad, place your forefinger or thumb on the pad. Therectangular pad acts like a miniature duplicate of your display.As you slide your fingertip across the pad, the pointer (alsocalled cursor) on the screen moves accordingly. When yourfinger reaches the edge of the pad, simply relocate yourself bylifting the finger and placing it on the other side of the pad.Here are some common terms that you should know when usingthe touchpad:Term ActionPoint Move your finger on the pad until the cursor points to theselection on the screen.Click Press and release the left button.-or-Tap gently anywhere on the pad.Double-click Press and release the left button twice in quick succession.-or-Tap twice on the pad rapidly.Operating Your Computer2-8