51Chapter 3.Using the computerUsing the Touch ScreenEntering characters in Handwriting ModeYou can enter characters by writing them in the HandwritingMode Input Panel on the touch screen.Handwriting Mode may not be available in some languages.1 Press the Handwriting Mode icon in Tablet PC InputPanel.2 Write characters in the input area of the Handwriting ModeInput Panel on the touch screen.3 Press the Insert button to enter characters.Touch screen use precautionsUse the touch screen with clean and dry hands. In a humid•environment, remove the moisture from your hands and thetouch screen surface before use.Avoid directly spraying liquid cleansing solution onto the touch•screen. The liquid solution may enter the touch screen throughthe bottom edge.When using a liquid cleansing solution, dampen a cloth inthe solution and clean the screen with the cloth (a cleansingsolution or cloth containing abrasives may damage the touchscreen.)Do not apply a severe impact to the touch screen or press the•screen with a sharp object such as a ball-point pen.This may damage the touch screen.If your finger only touches the touch screen slightly, your touch•may not be recognized.If you wish to use a pen, please use the provided S Pen (sold•separately). Otherwise, the computer may not work properly.Take care that you do not drop the S Pen as this may damage•the pen tip.When pressing the touch screen, press over an item precisely•taking care not to press other items.If the touch screen is contaminated by a foreign substance•such as a bug or water, the touch screen will not work properly.