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Chapter 3: Getting to Know the EP10

Modifier Keys

Psion EP10 Hand-Held Computer User Manual

3.3.3 Modifier Keys

The [SHIFT], [CTRL], [ALT], [BLUE/FN] and [SYM] keys are modifier keys that change the function of the

next key pressed.

The [SHIFT], [CTRL] and [ALT] keys operate much like a desktop keyboard except that they are not chorded

(two keys held down simultaneously). The modifier key must be pressed first followed by the key whose

function you want modified.

[SHIFT] and [BLUE/FN]

The [SHIFT] and [BLUE/FN] modifier keys provide access to additional keys and system functions. The func-

tions related to these modifier keys are colour-coded in white and blue print respectively on the keyboard

keys, dependant on your keyboard format.

[SYM]

The Symbol [SYM] modifier key is represented on the keyboard by the characters SYM and provides access

to commonly used symbolic characters.

• Press the [SYM] key to display the Symbol soft input panel (SIP) onscreen keyboard.

This onscreen keyboard displays the symbols mapped to each key.

•Tap on the left and right arrows in the SIP onscreen keyboard to display all the symbols available

to you.

The onscreen keyboard corresponds to the specific keyboard on your EP10 – either numeric or alpha.

3.3.3.1 Activating Modifier Keys

When a modifier key is pressed, it is represented in the shift-state indicator icon in the navigation bar at the

top of the screen, making it easier to determine whether or not a modifier key is active.

Note: When using the Mobile Devices SDK Developers' Guide (PN 8100016), note that the [SYM]

key is interchangeable with the [ORANGE] key.

Note: Modifier keys are remapped in the Control Panel, and the Symbol SIP will automatically

show and use the new mappings after the next reboot.

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