Palm M105 Handheld Instructions Manual

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Navigation strokes
In addition to character symbols, Graffiti writing includes special 
strokes that you can use to navigate within text or fields in your 
applications. 
Graffiti ShortCuts
Graffiti ShortCuts make entering commonly used words or phrases 
quick and easy. ShortCuts are similar to the Glossary or Autotext 
features of some word processors. 
Graffiti writing comes with several predefined ShortCuts, and you 
can also create your own. Each ShortCut can represent up to 45...

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Your handheld includes the following predefined Graffiti 
ShortCuts:
Using the onscreen keyboard
You can open the onscreen keyboard anytime you need to enter text 
or numbers on your handheld. Note that you cannot enter Graffiti 
characters while using the onscreen keyboard. 
To use the onscreen keyboard:
1. Open an application (such as Address Book). 
2. Tap a record, or tap New.
3. Tap “abc” to open the alphabetic keyboard, or tap “123” to open 
the numeric...

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place the text in the record.
Using Note Pad
In addition to using Graffiti characters and the onscreen keyboard, 
you can enter data on your handheld using the Note Pad 
application. When you use Note Pad, you write quick notes directly 
on the handheld screen in your own handwriting. Later, you can 
enter this information into another application, or delete it. See 
“Note Pad” in Chapter 4 for more information and instructions.
To use Note Pad:
1. Press the Note Pad application button...

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Importing data
If you have data stored in computer applications such as 
spreadsheets and databases, or if you want to import data from 
another handheld, you can transfer the data to your handheld 
without having to key it in manually. Save the data in one of the file 
formats listed below, import it into Palm Desktop software, and 
then perform a HotSync operation to transfer the data to your 
handheld.
Importing data from a Windows computer
Palm Desktop software...

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7. To import data into the correct Palm Desktop fields, drag fields 
in the left-hand column so that they are opposite the 
corresponding imported field on the right.
8. If you do not want to import a field, deselect the check box for 
that field.
9. Click OK.
The imported data is highlighted in the application.
10. To add the imported data to your handheld, perform a HotSync 
operation.
See Palm Desktop online Help for more information on importing 
and exporting data.
Importing data...

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To import data from a Macintosh:
1. Open Palm Desktop software.
2. From the File menu, choose Import.
3. Select the file you want to import.
4. Click Open.
5. If you want to change the order of the fields you’re importing, 
point to a field, wait for the cursor to change to a double arrow, 
and then drag the field to a new location.
6. If you do not want to import a field, click the arrow between the 
field names.
7. From the Fields pop-up menu, choose the...

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Chapter 3
Managing Your 
Applications
This chapter explains how to switch between applications on your 
Palm™ m100 series handheld, how to change application settings 
so they are personalized to your work methods, and how to 
categorize applications so you view them in related groups.
Using the Applications Launcher
To open the Applications Launcher, tap the Applications icon  .
Selecting applications
Your handheld is equipped with a variety of applications. All the 
applications...

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To categorize an application: 
1. Tap the Applications icon  . 
2. Tap the Menu icon  . 
3. Tap App, and then tap Category.
4. Tap the pick list next to each application to select a category.
Tip:
To create a new category, tap Edit Categories from the 
pick list. Tap New, enter the category name, and then 
tap OK to add the category. Tap OK.
5. Tap Done.
To display applications by category: 
1. Tap the Applications icon  . 
2. Do one of the following:
Tap the...

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To change the Applications Launcher display:
1. Tap the Applications icon  .
2. Tap the Menu icon  . 
3. Tap Options, and then tap Preferences.
4. Tap the View By pick list and select List.
5. Tap OK.
To open the Applications Launcher to the last opened catego-
ry:
1. Tap the Applications icon  .
2. Tap the Menu icon  . 
3. Tap Options, and then tap Preferences.
4. Tap the Remember Last Category check box to select it.
5. Tap OK.
Choosing preferences
You can set options that affect an...

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Installing and removing applications
This section explains how to install and remove applications on 
your handheld and how to remove Palm™ Desktop software from 
your computer.
Installing add-on applications
Your handheld comes with the Date Book, Address Book, To Do 
List, Note Pad, Memo Pad, Clock, and Calculator applications 
installed and ready to use.
You can also install additional applications on your handheld, such 
as games and other software. The Install...