HP Pavilion TouchSmart 14-f000 User Guide - Page 35
Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard, Using the TouchPad
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5 Navigating using touch gestures, pointing devices and the keyboard 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). NOTE: An external USB mouse (purchased separately) can be connected to one of the USB ports on the computer. Review the Windows 8 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. Some computer models may also have an integrated numeric keypad. Using the TouchPad The TouchPad allows you to navigate the computer screen by using simple finger movements. You can customize the touch gestures by changing settings, button configurations, click speed, and pointer options. From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, and then select Hardware and Sound. Under Devices and Printers, select Mouse. Using TouchPad gestures A TouchPad allows you to control the pointer on the screen using your fingers. 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, and only common gestures are documented in this guide. More gestures are available when you choose to view a demonstration of each gesture. To view a demonstration of each gesture: 1. From the Start screen, type c to reveal the Apps list. Select Control Panel, and then select Hardware and Sound. 2. Select Touch Pad. 3. Click a gesture to activate the demonstration. To turn a gesture off or on: 1. From the Start Screen, type c, select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then select Touch Pad. The Mouse Properties dialog box opens. 2. From the Touch Pad tab, click the link Click to change the Touch Pad settings. Using the TouchPad 25