Motion Computing F5 - Manual (Page 30)

24 Chapter 3 Using the System
Store the pen in the pen holder when not in use. To put the pen in the pen holder, press it
until it clicks into place. To remove the pen, press down on one end, grab the other end, and
remove from the holder.
For information about replacing pen tips, see “Replacing pen tips” on page 57.
Important: The system responds to the Motion pen only. Do not use a traditional pen,
pencil, or stylus with the system.
Using Tablet PC Input Panel
You can use Tablet PC Input Panel instead of a keyboard to enter text on the tablet. Use the
writing pad or the character pad to convert your handwriting to text, or tap characters
using the on-screen keyboard.
To start Input Panel
• Do one of the following:
– Tap at the place you want to enter text, such as a text box. Then tap the floating
Tablet PC Input Panel icon ( ).
– Tap the Input Panel tab on the left edge of the screen (default).
The following illustration shows Input Panel open to the writing pad.
To switch between the writing pad and the on-screen keyboard, tap the appropriate
button.
To switch to the character pad, tap Tools, then Write character by character.
For a demonstration, tap the help icon, then tap the topic you would like to see
demonstrated.
For more information about using Input Panel, tap Tools, then Help Topics.
Writing Pad
On-Screen Keyboard Help