Mathematical symbols and two-dimensional notation can be entered either from the keyboard or by using controllers.
Entering formulas
The following keystrokes can be used for two-dimensional input.
Practice entering a formula by going through these steps:
1.
x
6
2.
2
3.
+1
/
4.
2
x
5.
+ a
-
1
Any part of a two-dimensional formula can be selected and edited.
Matrices
Matrices can be entered via the commands listed under the
Lists and Matrices
Creation
menu. In the dialog box, specify the desired number of rows and columns and then click
Paste
.
Matrices can also be entered directly from the keyboard.
Special characters
Every special character in
CalculationCenter
has a full name, such as \ [
Alpha
]. Many characters also have short aliases using the key.
Practice entering special characters by going through these steps:
1.
\ [
Alpha
]
2.
+
b
appears on the screen as and disappears when the substitution occurs.
T I P
The Characters controller in the
File
Open Controller
submenu lists all special characters. Move your cursor over any character to view its full name in the border of the controller.
6
Creation
menu. In the dialog box, specify the desired number of rows and columns and then click
Paste
.
key.
and disappears when the substitution occurs.
