Search for files and other items stored on your device in the My Documents folder or on a storage card. You can search by file name or by words located in the item. For example, you can search for words within notes, appointments, contacts, and tasks.
If you have looked for this item before, tap the Search for arrow and select the item from the list.
The My Documents folder and subfolders are searched.
Notes
When two or more words are entered in the Search for field, the results list is limited to files and items that contain both (or all) the specified search terms.
The storage card symbol is displayed next to the names of files saved on a storage card.
To free memory on your device, try the following:
A shortcut menu appears when you tap and hold an item, such as a task, contact, or message. The menu displays the most common commands for the specific item. For example, you can delete an appointment or send a text message to a contact by using commands on a shortcut menu.
To use a shortcut menu, tap and hold the item you want to act on. When the menu appears, tap the action you want to perform. To close the menu without performing an action, tap anywhere outside the menu.
The Input Panel, which is available when text entry is possible, provides access to the various input methods available on your device.
By default, the Input Panel appears as on the menu bar. The icon indicates which input method is currently selected. The Input Selector arrow opens a list of available input methods.
Icon | Indicates the selected input method is |
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The on-screen keyboard. |
Letter Recognizer or Block Recognizer. | |
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Transcriber (if available). |
Tip
To show or hide the Input Panel, tap the Input Panel icon on the menu bar.
Enter text using Letter Recognizer
You do not need to exit a program to open another or to conserve memory. The system manages memory automatically.
File Explorer lets you browse the contents of folders on your device. The root folder on the device is named My Device. My Device is similar to My Computer on the PC and contains the My Documents, Program Files, Temp, Storage Card, and Windows folders, among others.
To find the folder you want, you may need to tap a folder from the folder list, or one listed in the main window.
Tip
The contents of a folder can be sorted by name, date, size or type by tapping the Sort by list (labeled Name by default).
With Letter Recognizer, you can write individual letters, numbers, and punctuation and have them converted into typed text.
Note
Letter Recognizer is available when text entry is possible.
Tip
For help writing characters with Letter Recognizer, tap the question mark near the writing area.
Change the zoom level for entering text
When you use the on-screen keyboard, you can use shortcut keys as an alternative to menu commands when working in programs on your device.
To | Tap |
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Copy the selected text | CTRL+C |
Cut the selected text | CTRL+X |
Paste the text | CTRL+V |
Close a program | CTRL+Q |
Open a new file | CTRL+N |
Undo the last action | CTRL+Z |
Redo the last action | CTRL+Y |
Make the selected text bold | CTRL+B |
Make the selected text italic | CTRL+I |
Make the selected text underlined | CTRL+U |
Additional Help is available on the Web.
To browse the on-line Help:
To search Help on this device, tap here.
Additional Help is available on the Web.
To browse the on-line Help:
To search Help on this device, tap here.
Additional Help is available on the Web.
To browse the on-line Help:
To search Help on this device, tap here.
Additional Help is available on the Web.
To browse the on-line Help:
To search Help on this device, tap here.
Additional Help is available on the Web.
To browse the on-line Help:
To search Help on this device, tap here.
In the Calendar, Contacts, Notes, Tasks, Excel Mobile, Word Mobile, PowerPoint Mobile, and Pictures programs, you can beam files and information to other devices using Bluetooth or infrared.
Important note
Files are saved automatically before they are beamed. If a Word document or Excel workbook was created on a PC, unsupported content and formatting may be lost when the files are saved on your device.
Notes
When using Bluetooth, if the device to which you want to beam doesn't appear in the list, make sure the device is turned on, visible, and within close range of your device. Also, make sure that Bluetooth is turned on.
If you want your device to detect or receive beams, tap > Settings > Connections tab > Beam, and select the Receive all incoming beams check box.
Unsupported features in Excel Mobile
Unsupported features in Word Mobile
In the Calendar, Contacts, Notes, Tasks, Excel Mobile, Word Mobile, and Pictures programs, you can delete items and cancel appointments you no longer need.
The next time you synchronize the device, the item you have deleted from your device will be deleted from the PC.
Change which information is synchronized
You can customize your device so that the screen and items on the screen are easier to see. You can also choose how to be notified about events or actions: with sounds, flashing lights, messages on the screen, or vibrations. For information about setting up your device so its easier for you to use, please see the items listed under See also.
To view information about accessibility features built into Microsoft products, visit the Accessibility section of the Microsoft Web site at http://www.microsoft.com/enable.
Increase or decrease the size of text on the screen
Choose how to be notified about events or actions
Change the zoom level for entering text
You can lock the keypad to avoid pressing keys accidentally, and to prevent unintentional actions on the device while you carry it. When the keypad is locked, you will still receive phone call notifications and see appointment reminders.
The lock icon will change to a closed lock.
Tips
If your device has a data connection plan, your PC can use the device to connect to the Internet.
Notes
Create a Bluetooth partnership
Use the device as a modem (Internet Sharing)
Start and stop synchronization
You can protect your device from unauthorized use and protect your data in the following ways:
Protect your device with a password | Lock your device | Encrypt data on your storage card
Status indicator icons are displayed at the top and bottom of the screen, and on the Today screen.
Indicator | Meaning |
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New e-mail or text message (SMS) |
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New voice mail |
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New instant message |
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Voice call |
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Voice call in progress |
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Data call in progress |
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Calls are forwarded |
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Call on hold |
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Missed call |
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Battery level |
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Low battery |
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Battery charging |
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No battery |
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Missing SIM card |
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Faulty SIM card |
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Signal strength |
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No signal |
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1xRTT available |
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1xRTT connected |
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ActiveSync over 1xRTT in use |
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EVDO available |
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EVDO connected |
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ActiveSync over EVDO in use |
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Roaming |
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Sync error |
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Radio off |
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Radio connected |
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No service. The device has not yet connected to a network. |
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Lost signal. The device is searching for a signal. |
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Pending alarm |
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Ringer off |
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Bluetooth |
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Wi-Fi on |
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Wi-Fi data call |
Indicator | Meaning |
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New e-mail or text message (SMS) |
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New voice mail |
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New instant message |
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Internet calling |
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Voice call |
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Voice call in progress |
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Data call in progress |
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Calls are forwarded |
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Call on hold |
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Missed call |
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Battery level |
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Low battery |
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Battery charging |
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No battery |
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No SIM |
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Signal strength |
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No signal |
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GPRS available |
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GPRS connected |
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ActiveSync over GPRS in use |
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EDGE available |
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EDGE connected |
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ActiveSync over EDGE in use |
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3G network available |
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3G connected |
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ActiveSync over 3G in use |
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Roaming |
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Sync error |
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Radio off |
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Radio connected |
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No service. The device has not yet connected to a network. |
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Lost signal. The device is searching for a signal. |
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Pending alarm |
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Ringer off |
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Bluetooth |
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Wi-Fi on |
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Wi-Fi data call |
Indicator | Meaning |
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New e-mail or text message (SMS) |
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Battery level |
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Low battery |
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Battery charging |
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No battery |
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Signal strength |
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No signal |
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Pending alarm |
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Sync error |
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Bluetooth |