NOVA chat User’s Guide Page 40
Using the Home Screen
The home screen allows you to place shortcuts, widgets, and other
items to customize the device to your needs.
To display the home screen, choose Home.
Note: Dedicated (locked) devices do not have access to the home
screen. Unless stated otherwise, instructions in this user’s guide start
with the device unlocked and running the application.
Using the Status Bar
The status bar at the top of the home screen displays icons to show
notifications, battery power, and connection details.
Pulling down on the status bar displays options for viewing notifications
and quickly turning on or off some commonly-used operating system
settings.
Adding Shortcuts
The home screen provides shortcuts to applications. You can add
shortcuts as you need them.
To add a shortcut to an app or widget:
1. Press and hold on an empty area of the home screen. A menu
opens.
2. Tap the Apps shortcut. The Apps tab is displayed. If you want to add
a widget, choose the Widgets tab.
3. Press and hold on the item for which you’re creating the shortcut.
The shortcut is placed on the home screen automatically.
To remove a shortcut:
1. Press and hold on the shortcut until Remove appears.
2. Drag the shortcut to Remove.