Toshiba Tecra A50-ASMBNX10 Windows 8.1 User's Guide for Tecra A50/W50-A Series - Page 81

Learning the Basics Backlit keyboard 81 Backlit keyboard (Available on certain models.) Your keyboard may have a backlight illumination feature. If the keyboard backlight setting is set to Auto, the backlight turns on when you type on the keyboard and turns off after a certain interval when you stop typing. You can modify the time-out interval or change the keyboard backlight setting to always on or always off. Touch screen navigation Use your finger to manipulate the on-screen icons, buttons, menu items, and other items on the touch screen. You can also change the screen's orientation. The screen is made of glass so avoid contact with sharp, rough, or abrasive objects or substances as screen may break or scratch if not handled properly. If you see a crack in the glass, discontinue use of the device to avoid injury. Touch-Touch to activate items displayed on the screen, such as app and setting icons or on-screen buttons. Touch to type using the keyboard. Touch & hold-Touch and hold an item on the screen by touching and holding the item in place until an action occurs. Drag-Touch and hold an item for a moment and then, without lifting your finger, move the item until you reach the target position. For example, drag items on any app screen to reposition them. Swipe or slide-To swipe or slide, quickly move your finger across the surface of the screen without pausing. For example, swipe your finger to the left from the right edge of the screen to display the Windows® charms. Double-tap-Tap quickly twice to zoom in. For example, double-tap a section of a Web page to zoom in on that section. Double-tap again to zoom out. Pinch-In some apps (such as Maps and Games), you can zoom in and out by placing two fingers on the screen at once and pinching them together (to zoom out) or spreading them apart (to zoom in).