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Section 5
Using T9 Mode
T9 is a predictive text input mode that allows you to key
in any character using single keystrokes. This text input
mode is based on a built-in dictionary.
To enter a word in T9 mode:
1. When you are in T9 mode, start entering a word by
pressing the
to keys. Press each key only
once for each letter.
Example: To enter “Hello” press
The word that you are typing appears in the display. It
may change with each key that you press.
2. Enter the whole word before editing or deleting the
keystrokes.
3. When the word displays correctly, go to step 4.
If the word doesn’t display correctly, press the key
or the Up or Down key to display alternative word
choices for the keys that you have pressed.
Example: Both “Of” and “Me” have the and keys. The phone
displays the most commonly used choice first.
4. Insert a space by pressing the key and start
entering the next word.
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