# Search for a file or an item

Search for files and other items stored on your device in the My Documents folder or on a storage card. You can search by file name or by words located in the item. For example, you can search for words within notes, appointments, contacts, and tasks.

1. Tap > Programs > Search.
2. In Search for, enter the file name, word, or other information you want to search for.

   If you have looked for this item before, tap the Search for arrow and select the item from the list.

3. In Type, select a data type to help narrow your search.
4. Tap Search.

   The My Documents folder and subfolders are searched.

5. In the Results list, tap the item you want to open.

Notes

When two or more words are entered in the Search for field, the results list is limited to files and items that contain both (or all) the specified search terms.

The storage card symbol is displayed next to the names of files saved on a storage card.

#### See also

Locate a task

# Free program memory

To free memory on your device, try the following:

- Stop programs you are not currently using. For more information, see Close a program.
- Reset your device, as described in the owner's manual.

#### See also

Search for a file or an item

# Use shortcut menus

A shortcut menu appears when you tap and hold an item, such as a task, contact, or message. The menu displays the most common commands for the specific item. For example, you can delete an appointment or send a text message to a contact by using commands on a shortcut menu.

To use a shortcut menu, tap and hold the item you want to act on. When the menu appears, tap the action you want to perform. To close the menu without performing an action, tap anywhere outside the menu.

# Overview of Input Panel

The Input Panel, which is available when text entry is possible, provides access to the various input methods available on your device.

By default, the Input Panel appears as on the menu bar. The icon indicates which input method is currently selected. The Input Selector arrow opens a list of available input methods.

Icon | Indicates the selected input method is
| The on-screen keyboard.
| Letter Recognizer or Block Recognizer.
| Transcriber (if available).

Tip

To show or hide the Input Panel, tap the Input Panel icon on the menu bar.

#### See also

Change the text input method

Enter text using Letter Recognizer

# Open a program

You do not need to exit a program to open another or to conserve memory. The system manages memory automatically.

- Tap and tap the program you want from the list. If you don't see the program you want, tap Programs.

#### See also

Close a program

Explore files and folders

# Explore files and folders

File Explorer lets you browse the contents of folders on your device. The root folder on the device is named My Device. My Device is similar to My Computer on the PC and contains the My Documents, Program Files, Temp, Storage Card, and Windows folders, among others.

1. Tap > Programs > File Explorer.
2. Tap the folder list (labeled My Documents by default) and tap the folder you want to explore.

   To find the folder you want, you may need to tap a folder from the folder list, or one listed in the main window.

3. To open an item, tap it. To delete, rename, or copy an item quickly, tap and hold the item. To select multiple items, tap and drag. Then, tap and hold the selected items, and tap a command.

Tip

The contents of a folder can be sorted by name, date, size or type by tapping the Sort by list (labeled Name by default).

#### See also

Search for a file or an item

# Enter text using Letter Recognizer

With Letter Recognizer, you can write individual letters, numbers, and punctuation and have them converted into typed text.

1. From a program, tap the Input Selector arrow, then Letter Recognizer.
2. Write characters, numbers, and symbols in the designated writing area.
   - Enter capital letters by writing in the ABC (left) area of the box.
   - Enter lower case letters by writing in the abc (middle) area of the box.
   - Enter numbers by writing in the 123 (right) area of the box.
   - Enter punctuation and symbols by tapping in either area of the box, then writing the desired character.
   - Enter a space by making a stroke from left to right in either the ABC (left) or the abc (middle) area of the box, or by using the SPC key at the far right of the box.
   - Delete a character by making a stroke from right to left in either the ABC (left) or the abc (middle) area of the box, or by using the bold left arrow key at the far right of the box.

Note

Letter Recognizer is available when text entry is possible.

Tip

For help writing characters with Letter Recognizer, tap the question mark near the writing area.

#### See also

Overview of Input Panel

Change the text input method

Change the zoom level for entering text

# Keyboard shortcuts

When you use the on-screen keyboard, you can use shortcut keys as an alternative to menu commands when working in programs on your device.

To | Tap
--- | ---
Copy the selected text | CTRL+C
Cut the selected text | CTRL+X
Paste the text | CTRL+V
Close a program | CTRL+Q
Open a new file | CTRL+N
Undo the last action | CTRL+Z
Redo the last action | CTRL+Y
Make the selected text bold | CTRL+B
Make the selected text italic | CTRL+I
Make the selected text underlined | CTRL+U

# How do I...

Customize the Today screen

Add a custom background image

# Help on the Web...

Additional Help is available on the Web.

To browse the on-line Help:

1. Open Internet Explorer Mobile.
2. Tap Favorites.
3. Tap Explore Windows Mobile.

To search Help on this device, tap here.

# Help on the Web...

Additional Help is available on the Web.

To browse the on-line Help:

1. Open Internet Explorer Mobile.
2. Tap Favorites.
3. Tap Explore Windows Mobile.

To search Help on this device, tap here.

# How do I...

Search for a file or an item

# How do I...

Explore files and folders

# Help on the Web...

Additional Help is available on the Web.

To browse the on-line Help:

1. Open Internet Explorer Mobile.
2. Tap Favorites.
3. Tap Explore Windows Mobile.

To search Help on this device, tap here.

# Help on the Web...

Additional Help is available on the Web.

To browse the on-line Help:

1. Open Internet Explorer Mobile.
2. Tap Favorites.
3. Tap Explore Windows Mobile.

To search Help on this device, tap here.

# Help on the Web...

Additional Help is available on the Web.

To browse the on-line Help:

1. Open Internet Explorer Mobile.
2. Tap Favorites.
3. Tap Explore Windows Mobile.

To search Help on this device, tap here.

# Beam an item

In the Calendar, Contacts, Notes, Tasks, Excel Mobile, Word Mobile, PowerPoint Mobile, and Pictures programs, you can beam files and information to other devices using Bluetooth or infrared.

1. From the program, select the item you want to beam, such as an appointment in Calendar, a task in Tasks, a contact card in Contacts, or a file in File Manager.
2. Tap Menu > Send [type of item] > Beam.
3. Do one of the following:
   - If using Bluetooth, tap the device to which you want to send the item.
   - If using infrared, align the infrared (IR) ports at close range until the target device name appears, then tap the device to which you want to send the item.

Important note

> Files are saved automatically before they are beamed. If a Word document or Excel workbook was created on a PC, unsupported content and formatting may be lost when the files are saved on your device.

Notes

When using Bluetooth, if the device to which you want to beam doesn't appear in the list, make sure the device is turned on, visible, and within close range of your device. Also, make sure that Bluetooth is turned on.

If you want your device to detect or receive beams, tap > Settings > Connections tab > Beam, and select the Receive all incoming beams check box.

#### See also

Make a device visible

Unsupported features in Excel Mobile

Unsupported features in Word Mobile

Turn on and off Bluetooth

# Delete an item

In the Calendar, Contacts, Notes, Tasks, Excel Mobile, Word Mobile, and Pictures programs, you can delete items and cancel appointments you no longer need.

1. From the program file list, tap and hold the item you want to delete.
2. Tap Delete.

   The next time you synchronize the device, the item you have deleted from your device will be deleted from the PC.

#### See also

Find a contact

Change which information is synchronized

# Accessibility for people with disabilities

You can customize your device so that the screen and items on the screen are easier to see. You can also choose how to be notified about events or actions: with sounds, flashing lights, messages on the screen, or vibrations. For information about setting up your device so its easier for you to use, please see the items listed under See also.

To view information about accessibility features built into Microsoft products, visit the Accessibility section of the Microsoft Web site at http://www.microsoft.com/enable.

#### See also

Increase or decrease the size of text on the screen

Choose how to be notified about events or actions

Change the text input method

Change the zoom level for entering text

# Lock your device

You can lock the keypad to avoid pressing keys accidentally, and to prevent unintentional actions on the device while you carry it. When the keypad is locked, you will still receive phone call notifications and see appointment reminders.

1. Tap > Today.
2. Tap Device Unlocked.

   The lock icon will change to a closed lock.

#### See also

Unlock your device

# Unlock your device

1. At the bottom of the Today screen, tap Unlock.
2. Enter your PIN if you use one, or press the * key.
3. Tap Unlock again.

Tips

- If you have a device with a keyboard, you can just press the * key to unlock the keypad, rather than tapping Unlock a second time.
- You can still receive calls and make emergency calls when the keypad is locked.

#### See also

Lock your device

# Use the device to connect your PC to the Internet

If your device has a data connection plan, your PC can use the device to connect to the Internet.

1. Ensure that your data connection is running, and that you can access the Internet from the device.
2. If you will use a USB cable to connect your device to the PC, disable the ActiveSync USB connection as follows:
   1. On the PC, open ActiveSync, and click File > Connection Settings.
   2. Clear the Allow USB connections checkbox.
3. Connect your device to the PC using Bluetooth or a USB cable.
4. Tap > Programs > Internet Sharing.
5. Select the PC connection type (USB or Bluetooth).
6. Select the network connection that the device should use to connect to the Internet.
7. Tap Connect. Allow approximately 30 seconds for the connection to be established. If you are prompted to turn on Bluetooth, tap Yes.
8. If your connection type is Bluetooth, perform the following steps on the PC:
   1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network Connections.
   2. Right-click Bluetooth Network Connections, and click View Bluetooth Network Devices.
   3. If the device is listed as a Network Access Point, click Connect. If it is not listed, click Create a new connection and use the New Connection wizard to add the device to the list.

Notes

- If you select USB as the PC connection, you must first install Microsoft ActiveSync version 4.2 or later on the PC.
- If ActiveSync on the PC is set to allow USB connections, and you use a USB cable to connect the PC to the Internet through your device, you may see an error message saying that ActiveSync has lost the USB connection. Dismiss this error to continue connecting your PC to the Internet through your device.
- In order to use Bluetooth as the PC connection, Bluetooth on the phone must be turned on, the device must be visible, and you must have a Bluetooth partnership between the device and the PC.

#### See also

Connect to the Internet

Set up a modem connection

Turn on and off Bluetooth

Make a device visible

Create a Bluetooth partnership

# How do I...

Use the device as a modem (Internet Sharing)

Start and stop synchronization

Connect to the Internet

# Secure your device

You can protect your device from unauthorized use and protect your data in the following ways:

- Protect your device with a password, which will be required to unlock the device. You can also set a time period after which your device will be locked automatically.
- Encrypt files as they are placed on a storage card, so that the files can be read only by using this device.

#### See Also

Protect your device with a password | Lock your device | Encrypt data on your storage card

# What do those icons mean?

Status indicator icons are displayed at the top and bottom of the screen, and on the Today screen.

Indicator | Meaning
--- | ---
| New e-mail or text message (SMS)
| New voice mail
| New instant message
| Voice call
| Voice call in progress
| Data call in progress
| Calls are forwarded
| Call on hold
| Missed call
| Battery level
| Low battery
| Battery charging
| No battery
| Missing SIM card
| Faulty SIM card
| Signal strength
| No signal
| 1xRTT available
| 1xRTT connected
| ActiveSync over 1xRTT in use
| EVDO available
| EVDO connected
| ActiveSync over EVDO in use
| Roaming
| Sync error
| Radio off
| Radio connected
| No service. The device has not yet connected to a network.
| Lost signal. The device is searching for a signal.
| Pending alarm
| Ringer off
| Bluetooth
| Wi-Fi on
| Wi-Fi data call

Indicator | Meaning
--- | ---
| New e-mail or text message (SMS)
| New voice mail
| New instant message
| Internet calling
| Voice call
| Voice call in progress
| Data call in progress
| Calls are forwarded
| Call on hold
| Missed call
| Battery level
| Low battery
| Battery charging
| No battery
| No SIM
| Signal strength
| No signal
| GPRS available
| GPRS connected
| ActiveSync over GPRS in use
| EDGE available
| EDGE connected
| ActiveSync over EDGE in use
| 3G network available
| 3G connected
| ActiveSync over 3G in use
| Roaming
| Sync error
| Radio off
| Radio connected
| No service. The device has not yet connected to a network.
| Lost signal. The device is searching for a signal.
| Pending alarm
| Ringer off
| Bluetooth
| Wi-Fi on
| Wi-Fi data call

Indicator | Meaning
--- | ---
| New e-mail or text message (SMS)
| Battery level
| Low battery
| Battery charging
| No battery
| Signal strength
| No signal
| Pending alarm
| Sync error
| Bluetooth