User's Manual 24. Getting Started
Version 4.4.0 403 MP26x/MP27x
24.3.2.2 Entering Text and Digits
Your phone allows you to enter strings consisting of letters, digits (numbers) and/or
symbols. These are required, for example, when defining the handset name and adding
phonebook contacts. In addition, your phone supports a variety of character sets including
Latin, Russian, Spanish, and Hebrew.
The character strings are entered using the phone's keypad keys.
Figure 24-7: Handset Keypad
Each key allows you to enter numerous characters in addition to those printed on the keys
label. The number 1 key provides commonly used characters such as @ and #.
To select a character:
Press the key consecutively until the required character is displayed.
To toggle between upper and lowercase letters:
Press the # key until you hear a beep.
To toggle between character sets (languages):
Press the star key (*) until you hear a beep.
In editing mode, a cursor is displayed to indicate the current text-entry position. It is
positioned at the right of the last character entered.
Writing tips:
Once a character is selected, the cursor moves to the next position after a short
pause.
You can move the cursor within the text by using the 4-way navigation
keys to
modify the text entry.
Press the Clear softkey to delete the last character.
Press and hold the Clear softkey to delete the entire text string.