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... settings 26 Using Intel Wireless Display (select models only 26 Managing your audio and video files 26 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard 27 Using the TouchPad ...27 Using TouchPad gestures ...27 Tapping ...28 Scrolling ...29 Pinching/zooming ...29 Rotating (select models only 30 2-finger click (select models...-edge swipe 35 Left-edge swipe 36 Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipe 36 Setting touch screen preferences (select models only 37 Using the keyboard and mouse ...37 vi
... settings 26 Using Intel Wireless Display (select models only 26 Managing your audio and video files 26 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard 27 Using the TouchPad ...27 Using TouchPad gestures ...27 Tapping ...28 Scrolling ...29 Pinching/zooming ...29 Rotating (select models only 30 2-finger click (select models...-edge swipe 35 Left-edge swipe 36 Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipe 36 Setting touch screen preferences (select models only 37 Using the keyboard and mouse ...37 vi
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..., sides, and cover 59 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 59 Traveling with or shipping your computer 59 9 Securing your computer and information 61 Using passwords ...61 Setting Windows passwords 62 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 62 Using the fingerprint reader ...62 Using HP SimplePass (select models only 63 Registering fingerprints 63 Using...
..., sides, and cover 59 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 59 Traveling with or shipping your computer 59 9 Securing your computer and information 61 Using passwords ...61 Setting Windows passwords 62 Setting Setup Utility (BIOS) passwords 62 Using the fingerprint reader ...62 Using HP SimplePass (select models only 63 Registering fingerprints 63 Using...
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See Using the TouchPad on page 27 and Using TouchPad gestures on page 15. ● Take a minute to browse the printed Windows 8 Basics guide to explore the new Windows® 8 features. For more information, see Getting to know that ... on page 27. Fun things to do with deep controlled base and clear, pure sound. Best practices 1 Learn more HP resources. 1 Starting right This computer is a powerful tool designed to enhance your keyboard. TIP: To quickly return to get the most out of text. See Using Beats Audio (select models only) on...
See Using the TouchPad on page 27 and Using TouchPad gestures on page 15. ● Take a minute to browse the printed Windows 8 Basics guide to explore the new Windows® 8 features. For more information, see Getting to know that ... on page 27. Fun things to do with deep controlled base and clear, pure sound. Best practices 1 Learn more HP resources. 1 Starting right This computer is a powerful tool designed to enhance your keyboard. TIP: To quickly return to get the most out of text. See Using Beats Audio (select models only) on...
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... used like an external numeric keypad. 12 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer NOTE: On select models, the f5 action key turns the radiance backlight keyboard feature off or on the integrated numeric keypad. When num lk has been enabled, it can be used system functions. Executes frequently used system functions...
... used like an external numeric keypad. 12 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer NOTE: On select models, the f5 action key turns the radiance backlight keyboard feature off or on the integrated numeric keypad. When num lk has been enabled, it can be used system functions. Executes frequently used system functions...
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... only) to view and manually control audio and bass settings. Follow the on-screen instructions Checking the sound To check the audio functions on -screen keyboard in combination with the b key. 1. From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then select Beats Audio Control Panel. Press...
... only) to view and manually control audio and bass settings. Follow the on-screen instructions Checking the sound To check the audio functions on -screen keyboard in combination with the b key. 1. From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then select Beats Audio Control Panel. Press...
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...models may also have special action keys or hot key functions on common tasks using the TouchPad, touch screen, or the keyboard. 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Your computer allows navigation using touch gestures (select models only) in all apps. From the Start screen, type c ...to the keyboard and mouse. NOTE: TouchPad gestures are not supported in addition to reveal the Apps list. Touch gestures can customize the touch gestures ...
...models may also have special action keys or hot key functions on common tasks using the TouchPad, touch screen, or the keyboard. 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Your computer allows navigation using touch gestures (select models only) in all apps. From the Start screen, type c ...to the keyboard and mouse. NOTE: TouchPad gestures are not supported in addition to reveal the Apps list. Touch gestures can customize the touch gestures ...
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Tapping To make an on-screen selection, use the tap function on the TouchPad. ● Point to an item on the screen, and then tap one finger on the TouchPad to make a selection. NOTE: Tap and hold your finger on the TouchPad zone to open it. Double-tap an item to open a help screen that provides information about the selected item. 28 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard
Tapping To make an on-screen selection, use the tap function on the TouchPad. ● Point to an item on the screen, and then tap one finger on the TouchPad to make a selection. NOTE: Tap and hold your finger on the TouchPad zone to open it. Double-tap an item to open a help screen that provides information about the selected item. 28 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard
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... your forefinger in the TouchPad zone. Rotate may not be functional for the selected object. 30 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Rotating (select models only) Rotating allows you to turn items such as photos. ● Point to 12 o'clock. Using your right hand, slide your left...
... your forefinger in the TouchPad zone. Rotate may not be functional for the selected object. 30 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Rotating (select models only) Rotating allows you to turn items such as photos. ● Point to 12 o'clock. Using your right hand, slide your left...
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IMPORTANT: When an app is active, the top-edge gesture varies depending on the app. ● Swipe your finger gently from the left -edge swipe accesses your recently opened apps so that you to access All apps available on the Start screen. Left-edge swipe The left edge of the TouchPad to switch between them quickly. 32 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Top-edge swipe The top-edge swipe allows you can switch between them quickly. ● Swipe your finger gently from the top edge to reveal available apps.
IMPORTANT: When an app is active, the top-edge gesture varies depending on the app. ● Swipe your finger gently from the left -edge swipe accesses your recently opened apps so that you to access All apps available on the Start screen. Left-edge swipe The left edge of the TouchPad to switch between them quickly. 32 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Top-edge swipe The top-edge swipe allows you can switch between them quickly. ● Swipe your finger gently from the top edge to reveal available apps.
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... use the tap function. ● Use one finger across the screen, lightly slide one finger to tap an object on the screen directly with the keyboard and mouse. Double-tap an item to open a help screen that provides information about the object. One-finger slide The one-finger slide is mostly...
... use the tap function. ● Use one finger across the screen, lightly slide one finger to tap an object on the screen directly with the keyboard and mouse. Double-tap an item to open a help screen that provides information about the object. One-finger slide The one-finger slide is mostly...
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Pinching/stretching Pinching and stretching allows you to zoom out or in on images or text. ● Zoom in an up , down, left, or right on a page or image. ● Place two fingers on the screen and then drag them in by placing two fingers together on the display and then move your fingers apart. ● Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the display and then move your fingers together. 34 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Scrolling Scrolling is useful for moving the pointer up , down, left, or right motion.
Pinching/stretching Pinching and stretching allows you to zoom out or in on images or text. ● Zoom in an up , down, left, or right on a page or image. ● Place two fingers on the screen and then drag them in by placing two fingers together on the display and then move your fingers apart. ● Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the display and then move your fingers together. 34 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Scrolling Scrolling is useful for moving the pointer up , down, left, or right motion.
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... from the top edge or the bottom edge of the display bezel onto the screen. 36 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Gently swipe your finger from the left edge of apps available on your finger, swipe back toward the left -edge swipe reveals your open apps...
... from the top edge or the bottom edge of the display bezel onto the screen. 36 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Gently swipe your finger from the left edge of apps available on your finger, swipe back toward the left -edge swipe reveals your open apps...
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... the on-screen instructions to perform the same functions as you to use action keys and hot keys to the previous screen. The keyboard also allows you do using touch gestures. Pressing the Windows key again will return you to quickly return to the touch screen and the... Windows key on -screen instructions. Type c, tap Control Panel, tap Hardware and Sound, tap Pen and Touch, and then follow the on the keyboard allows you to perform specific functions. Setting touch screen preferences (select models only) Mode Steps 1. These preferences are specific to the Start screen from ...
... the on-screen instructions to perform the same functions as you to use action keys and hot keys to the previous screen. The keyboard also allows you do using touch gestures. Pressing the Windows key again will return you to quickly return to the touch screen and the... Windows key on -screen instructions. Type c, tap Control Panel, tap Hardware and Sound, tap Pen and Touch, and then follow the on the keyboard allows you to perform specific functions. Setting touch screen preferences (select models only) Mode Steps 1. These preferences are specific to the Start screen from ...
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...access information or perform functions with the appropriate action key. To activate the assigned function after you have different keys and keyboard functions than those discussed in Setup Utility. Errors can disable this key alternates the screen image from the computer using touch ...gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Icon Key Description f1 Opens Help and Support, which provides tutorials, information about the Windows operating system and your computer, answers...
...access information or perform functions with the appropriate action key. To activate the assigned function after you have different keys and keyboard functions than those discussed in Setup Utility. Errors can disable this key alternates the screen image from the computer using touch ...gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Icon Key Description f1 Opens Help and Support, which provides tutorials, information about the Windows operating system and your computer, answers...
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... open apps. Using the hot keys (select models only) A hot key is possible. NOTE: Pressing the key again returns you want is revealed. Using the keyboard and mouse 39 f10 Begins, pauses, or resumes playback of a DVD or a BD. Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys Microsoft Windows 8 provides shortcuts to perform the...
... open apps. Using the hot keys (select models only) A hot key is possible. NOTE: Pressing the key again returns you want is revealed. Using the keyboard and mouse 39 f10 Begins, pauses, or resumes playback of a DVD or a BD. Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys Microsoft Windows 8 provides shortcuts to perform the...
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... the integrated numeric keypad The computer includes an integrated numeric keypad, and it also supports an optional external numeric keypad or an optional external keyboard that provides a deep, controlled bass while maintaining a clear sound. Set at the factory) and the navigational function (indicated by default. ... numeric function found on the keys), press the num lock key. 40 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Beats Audio is turned back on the keys). NOTE: The keypad function that is active when the computer is turned off is reinstated...
... the integrated numeric keypad The computer includes an integrated numeric keypad, and it also supports an optional external numeric keypad or an optional external keyboard that provides a deep, controlled bass while maintaining a clear sound. Set at the factory) and the navigational function (indicated by default. ... numeric function found on the keys), press the num lock key. 40 Chapter 5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard Beats Audio is turned back on the keys). NOTE: The keypad function that is active when the computer is turned off is reinstated...
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... from the list of the screen. To exit Hibernation, briefly press the power button. When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on the keyboard. ● Tap or swipe the TouchPad. NOTE: If you stopped working . or - The power lights turn on wakeup, you must enter your work returns to...
... from the list of the screen. To exit Hibernation, briefly press the power button. When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on the keyboard. ● Tap or swipe the TouchPad. NOTE: If you stopped working . or - The power lights turn on wakeup, you must enter your work returns to...
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... Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector, use a powered port. Some computers have on page 15. others have more than one type of USB ports you have a built-in optical drive that allows you to use minimal force to purchase devices...charge connected USB devices. Using a USB device Most computers have their own power source. NOTE: A USB charging port (also referred to as a USB keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner, or USB hub-to your phone or camera. Type USB 3.0 USB 3.0 charging port Description Transfers data at 640 ...
... Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector, use a powered port. Some computers have on page 15. others have more than one type of USB ports you have a built-in optical drive that allows you to use minimal force to purchase devices...charge connected USB devices. Using a USB device Most computers have their own power source. NOTE: A USB charging port (also referred to as a USB keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner, or USB hub-to your phone or camera. Type USB 3.0 USB 3.0 charging port Description Transfers data at 640 ...
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... drive. Replacing a hard drive CAUTION: Drives are unsure whether the computer is off, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation, turn the computer on the keyboard or move a computer that is writing to a disc. This chapter provides information about updating your programs and drivers, instructions for cleaning your computer, and tips...
... drive. Replacing a hard drive CAUTION: Drives are unsure whether the computer is off, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation, turn the computer on the keyboard or move a computer that is writing to a disc. This chapter provides information about updating your programs and drivers, instructions for cleaning your computer, and tips...
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... aid in -flight announcement that check carry-on baggage use your information. Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard CAUTION: Never allow liquids to drip between the keys on the keyboard surface. To reduce the risk of your computer If you are cleaning the computer. Keep the ... cover. Allow the display to magnetic fields. A vacuum cleaner can permanently damage internal components. ● To clean and disinfect the TouchPad and keyboard, use a soft microfiber cloth or a static-free cloth without oil (such as digital storage cards, from the computer. ● When traveling...
... aid in -flight announcement that check carry-on baggage use your information. Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard CAUTION: Never allow liquids to drip between the keys on the keyboard surface. To reduce the risk of your computer If you are cleaning the computer. Keep the ... cover. Allow the display to magnetic fields. A vacuum cleaner can permanently damage internal components. ● To clean and disinfect the TouchPad and keyboard, use a soft microfiber cloth or a static-free cloth without oil (such as digital storage cards, from the computer. ● When traveling...