Virtual Keyboard - Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Universal Operating Manual

Handheld terminal for multi-touch-operation
15.1 HT 8
Note
The window will automatically disappear when changing regions areas with the <MENU
SELECT> key.
15.1.4

Virtual keyboard

The virtual keyboard is used as the input device for touch operator panels.
Open the virtual keyboard by double-clicking on an input-enabled operator control (program
editor, editing fields). It is possible to position the virtual keyboard anywhere within the user
interface.
You can choose between a full keyboard and a downsized keyboard featuring the numeric
keypad only. With the full keyboard, it is possible to switch between English keyboard layout and
the keyboard layout which corresponds with the actual language set for the respective country.
Procedure
Positioning of the virtual keyboard
Press and hold the open area to the left of the icon for "Close window" with the stylus or a
finger. Move the keyboard to the desired position.
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1. Position the cursor on the desired entry field.
2. Click the input field.
The virtual keyboard is displayed.
3. Enter your values via the virtual keyboard.
4. Press the <INPUT> key.
- OR -
Position the cursor on an another operator element.
The value is accepted and the virtual keyboard is closed.
Operating Manual, 07/2021, 6FC5398-6AP40-6BA4
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