Symbol SPT 1700, Product Reference Manual

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Working with your SPT 1700
Writing With the Stylus
Your SPT 1700 terminal includes Graffiti handwriting software as the primary system for
entering text and numbers. Graffiti is a system where
simple strokes you write with the stylus
are instantly recognized as letters or numbers.
This section explains the basics of Graffiti, and how to make strokes in the Graffiti writing
area. Your SPT 1700 terminal also includes Giraffe — a game you can use to practice writing
Graffiti. See
Installing Games on page 16-6 for instructions on how to install Giraffe.
Opening the Memo Pad Application
The Memo Pad application is ideal for practicing the Graffiti alphabet. This section explains
how to open the Memo Pad and use it to practice Graffiti. A complete explanation of the
Memo Pad application appears in
Chapter 11, Applications: Memo Pad .
To open the Memo Pad application:
1. Press the button on the front of your SPT 1700 terminal to open the Memo Pad
application.
2. Tap the New button to open a new Memo Page.
New
memo
cursor
Tap
New
Write in Graffiti area