Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your Omnii
Modifier Keys
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3.2.2
Modifier Keys
The [SHIFT], [CTRL], [ALT], [FN] and [SYM] keys are modifier keys that change the
function of the next key pressed.
The [SHIFT], [CTRL] and [ALT] keys operate much like a desktop keyboard except that
they are not chorded (two keys held down simultaneously). The modifier key must be
pressed first followed by the key whose function you want modified.
[SHIFT] and [FN]
The [SHIFT] and [FN] modifier keys provide access to additional keys and system func-
tions. The functions related to these modifier keys are colour-coded in white and blue print
respectively above the keyboard keys, dependant on your keyboard format.
[SYM]
The Symbol [SYM] modifier key is represented on the keyboard by the characters ‘SYM’
and provides access to commonly used symbolic characters. Pressing the key brings up the
Symbol soft input panel (SIP) onscreen keyboard, with symbols mapped to each key. If you
wish to adjust the settings for the pop-up screen (e.g. time of delay before screen appears,
etc.), modify the file
softinputpanel.xml
, located in the Windows folder.
The onscreen keyboard corresponds to the specific keyboard on your Omnii—either
numeric or alphanumeric.
Note: When using the Mobile Devices SDK Developers' Guide (P/N 8100016), note that
the [SYM] key is interchangeable with the [ORANGE] key.
Note: Modifier keys are remapped in the Control Panel, and the Symbol SIP will automat-
ically show and use the new mappings after the next reboot.
