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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.
Review the Windows 8 Basics guide included with your computer. The guide provides information on
common tasks using the TouchPad, 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.
To access Mouse Properties:
● From the Start screen, type mouse, click Settings, and then select Mouse.
Using the TouchPad
To move the pointer, slide one finger across the TouchPad in the direction you want the pointer to go.
Use the left and right TouchPad buttons like the buttons on an external mouse.
Using TouchPad Gestures
Your TouchPad allows you to navigate the pointing device on the screen by using your fingers to
control the pointer action.
TIP: The TouchPad supports a variety of gestures. To use TouchPad gestures, place two fingers on
the TouchPad at the same time.
NOTE: TouchPad gestures are not supported in all programs.
1. From the Start screen type mouse, click Settings, and then select Mouse from the list of
applications.
2. Click the Device Settings tab, select the device in the window that is displayed, and then click
Settings.
3. Click a gesture to activate the demonstration.
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