Toshiba Satellite Pro L640 User Guide - Page 19

Using the TouchPad™ 19 To: Open or activate an item Right-click an item Scroll vertically Do the following: Example: 1 Move the pointer to the item you want to open/activate. 2 Do one of the following: ❖ Tap the TouchPad twice in rapid succession OR ❖ Press and release the primary control button twice in rapid succession (Sample Illustration) Tap twice to open 1 Move the pointer to the item you want to right-click. 2 Press and release the secondary control button. This feature varies by program. Check your program documentation for specific instructions on right-clicking. (Sample Illustration) Click the secondary (right-hand) control button Slide your finger along the right edge of the TouchPad in the direction you want to scroll. Repeat to scroll a longer distance. Scroll horizontally Slide your finger along the bottom edge of the TouchPad in the direction you want to scroll. Repeat to scroll a longer distance. (Sample Illustration) Vertical scrolling active area (Sample Illustration) Horizontal scrolling active area Adjusting TouchPad™ settings While you are typing, the on-screen pointer may seem to move or jump around "by itself" to random locations on the screen. The on-screen pointer may also seem to automatically select text, click buttons, and activate other user interface elements. For help with these problems, try one or more of the following: ❖ Try adjusting your typing technique to avoid accidental contact with the TouchPad™. You may be inadvertently brushing the TouchPad with the heel of your hand as you type. Also, accidental light touches or taps on the TouchPad may select an item or text on the screen, and potentially the item or text may be replaced by the next character you type.