Atari 65XE, Owner'S Manual

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Varies from program to program
but is often used to go (escape)
from one menu to another.
In most programming languages,
stops a moving screen display
when you want to view a listing.
Press again to
continue.
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Deletes the character under-
neath the cursor and shifts the
remaining characters on the
line to close up the empty
space.
Usually interrupts whatever
function the computer is doing.
Refer to individual program in-
structions.
Temporarily disables BASIC when
pressed as the computer is turned
on. In some programs, chooses
among program variations.
Gives you instructions in some
programs when you need help.
Often used to select one of
several applications within a
program. Because its function
varies, consult the software
manual.
Usually tells the computer to
begin running a game or a pro-
gram. Consult the software
manual.
Stops the computer in the middle
of an activity and returns the pro-
gram to the opening screen.
Pressing produces the
same effect as turning the com-
puter off and on again—with two
exceptions. First, in most pro-
grams will not erase the
computer's RAM memory, where-
as turning the computer off and
on will. And second, use of the
key will save wear and
tear on the power supply and the
on/off switch.