Using the TI-84 Plus CE Keyboard
This section describes the functions of specific keys on the graphing calculator keyboard.
Main Keyboard Functions
1. Graph/Plot Setup Keys
Allow access to interactive graphing features. When some graph screen features are active, you may see a shortcut menu in the [alpha] [f5] location for feature options.
2. Editing Keys
Allow you to edit expressions and values.
3. Math and Statistics Keys
Display menus that access math, statistics, and other basic functions.
4. Scientific Keys
Allow access to the capabilities of a standard scientific calculator—including trigonometric functions.
5. Number Keys
Allow you to enter numbers.
6. Common Math Functions
Allow you to divide, multiply, subtract, and add.
Function Keys
Primary Function
The function appears on the key.
Example: to display the MATH menu, press [math].
Secondary Function
The function appears above the key in the same color as the [2nd] key.
Example: to display the TEST menu, press [2nd] and then [test].
Alpha Key Function
The function appears above the key in the same color as the [alpha] key.
- To enter several alphabetic characters in a row, press [2nd] [A-lock].
- Press [alpha] again to unlock.
Function Keys Detail
Primary Function
The function appears on the key.
Example: to display the MATH menu, press [math].
Secondary Function
The function appears above the key in the same color as the [2nd] key.
Example: to display the TEST menu, press [2nd] and then [test].
Alpha Key Function
The function appears above the key in the same color as the [alpha] key.
- To enter several alphabetic characters in a row, press [2nd] [A-lock].
- Press [alpha] again to unlock.