Operation Manual

4 Navigating using the keyboard, touch
gestures and pointing devices
Your computer allows navigation using touch gestures (select models only) in addition to the keyboard and
mouse. Touch gestures can be used on your computer TouchPad or on a touch screen (select models only).
Review the Windows Basics guide included with your computer. The guide provides information on common
tasks using the TouchPad, touch screen, or the keyboard.
Select computer models have special action keys or hot key functions on the keyboard to perform routine
tasks.
Using pointing devices
NOTE: In addition to the pointing devices included with your computer, you can use an external USB mouse
(purchased separately) by connecting it to one of the USB ports on the computer.
Setting pointing device preferences
Use Mouse Properties in Windows to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration,
click speed, and pointer options. You can also view demonstrations of TouchPad gestures.
To access Mouse Properties:
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From the Start screen, type mouse, click Settings, and then select Mouse.
Using the TouchPad and gestures
The TouchPad allows you to navigate the computer screen and control the pointer by using simple finger
movements.
TIP: Use the left and right buttons on the TouchPad as you would use the corresponding buttons on an
external mouse.
NOTE: TouchPad gestures are not supported in all apps.
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