Opticon PHL 8000 - Manual (Page 36)

Opticon
PHL 8000 series
User Manual
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2.4.2. Entering Data
To select and open programs, select Start > Programs from the task bar to open
a list of available programs. Or, if the program has an icon on the desktop,
double-tap to open it.
There are several ways to enter data on the PDT within an application:
• Use the keypad to enter alpha-numeric characters. Refer to 2.3.5 Using
the PHL 8100 Keypad or 2.3.6 Using the PHL 8200 Keypad.
• Use the stylus on the touch screen.
• Select text in the same way you select the text on a PC. Use the stylus to
highlight the desired text by dragging the stylus across the desired text,
double-tapping to select one word and triple-tapping to select an entire
line/paragraph.
• Use the soft input panel (digital keyboard) with the stylus. Refer to 2.4.5
The Soft Keypad for more information.
• Use barcode scanning to enter data. Press the trigger or the Barcode
Scan key to initiate a scan. The scanned data will enter the current
application’s open file. Refer to 2.4.7 Reading Barcodes for more
information on using a scanner.
For more information on factory installed applications, refer to Chapter 4,
Software Programs.
2.4.3. The Command Bar
Use the Command bar at top of the screen to perform tasks in programs, such as
opening a file, or editing a file. Refer to Figure 2-19: The Command bar and Task
bar to view the Command bar.