2A. Device Basics 47Device Basics Cut cuts selected characters from the current textmessage field. Copy copies selected characters in the currenttext message field. Copy all copies all characters in the current textmessage field. Paste inserts the previously cut or copied text intothe message field. Input method provides additional text inputmethods, if available. The default is Androidkeyboard.Using the KeyboardIn this section we’ll cover the steps necessary to entertext using the QWERTY keyboard. Using your device'sQWERTY keyboard is just like using any standardcomputer keyboard.The following keys perform special functions whenentering text:From a text entry screen, use the keyboard to enterdifferent character types. Select one of the followingcharacter types: Letters to enter the alphabetic charactersassociated with each key. (See page 48.) Numbers to enter numbers by pressing thenumbers on the keyboard. (See page 49.)FN: Allows you to use alternate charactersdisplayed at the top of the QWERTY keys.Examples: $, @, #, !Shift: Changes the text input modeamong Upper/Lower/Mixed case mode.Smiley: Launches the Smileys page.Scroll down and tap an entry from theextensive list of emoticons.Space: Inserts an empty space.OK/Enter: Selects or accepts a currentlyhighlighted option.Delete: Deletes the previous character,similar to the backspace key on acomputer keyboard.Return: Inserts a new line into the textfield.SPH-M920.book Page 47 Friday, October 8, 2010 2:17 PM
