Keypointer for single-hand computer keyboard

Details Keypointer for single-hand computer keyboard Keypointer for single-hand computer keyboard

1992-01-13

1993-10-05

Malzahn, David H.

Boots, shoes, and leggings

36470503, G06F 302

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052511634

ABSTRACT:
A keyboard for computers or electronic word processing systems comprising alphabetical, numerical, programmable, alternate, control, and shift keys, connected to a pen-like keypointer through a flexible wire. The keyboard can be used either as an ordinary input device for rapid data entry with two-hand touch-typing or, it can be used for single-hand operation in conjunction with the keypointer which is operable to press any of the keys on the keyboard for single-hand operation. The keypointer is equipped with a number of buttons on its barrel that function as the alternate, control, and shift keys, or some other specific function keys of the keyboard, such as the mouse buttons. The keypointer buttons are depressed by the thumb or the index finger to activate their function. In this manner the data entry is performed entirely by one hand. Preferably, the keypointer is equipped with a pen or pencil at its other end that can be turned down and used for handwriting. In one embodiment of the invention, the keypointer is constructed as an attachment to be connected to the computer through its own electronics interface box and function with any existing keyboard that is not originally equipped with a keypointer.

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