Chapter 6: Handwriting Tools© 2010, 2006 South-Western, Cengage Learning

Handwriting DigiTools

• Input data by handwriting– Tablet PC– Smartphone– PDAs– Multi-touch computers– Windows Vista desktop or laptop equipped

with a digital tablet or touchscreen monitor

• Digital ink is the technology that allows handwritten computer input

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Digital Pen

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Input Panel

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Writing Pad

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• Use printed or cursive letters

Handtyping Tips

• Separate words by at least 1⁄2 inch of blank space.

• Enter punctuation marks immediately after a word.

• Do not try to write too many words on a line.

• When you have finished writing, send the text by tapping the appropriate command.

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Preview Words

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Other Edits

• Swish erase

• Input Panel edits:

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Alternative Input Methods

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On-Screen Keyboard

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Keyboard Shortcuts

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