Keyboard with transversely activated non-alphanumeric keys
US5358343A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 11, 1992 |
| Grant date | Oct 25, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 11, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01H25/002
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for controlling cursor functions on a touch typing keyboard, comprising activation of the cursor control functions via transverse force applied comfortably by thumb movement. Such activation can be accomplished more easily, more efficiently, and more ergonomically effectively than prior art methods because it can be done without averting the eyes from the text copy and does not entail moving or uncomfortable stretching of the hands.
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