Terminology
- Last UpdatedNov 07, 2025
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You can switch rapidly between the different parts of the program, so that the distinctions between them become almost imperceptible, but you need to recognize what is happening when you select from the different functions available to you from the various menus.
The following terms are used throughout this guide to describe what action to carry out:
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Enter |
Type text into the specified dialog box, then press the Enter (or Return) key to confirm the entry. |
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Click |
Place the mouse cursor over a specified point, then quickly press and release the designated mouse button. If no button is specified, use the left-hand mouse button. |
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Pick |
Click on the required item to select it. |
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Drag |
Place the mouse cursor over a specified point, then press and hold down the required mouse button while moving the cursor to a second specified point. Release the button over the second point. |
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Double-click |
Place the mouse cursor over a specified point, then click the left-hand mouse button twice in quick succession. |