Using the TI-84 Plus CE Keyboard

This section describes the functions of specific keys on the graphing calculator keyboard.

TI-84 Plus CE Keyboard

x	y	z
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 ƒ b location for feature options.
2	Editing Keys	allow you to edit expressions and values. Paste a MathPrint fraction template to your expression.
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

x	y	z
1	2nd	Access the second function printed to the left above each key.
2	alpha	Access the third function printed to the right above each key.
3	alpha f1-f4	Access shortcut menus for fraction templates, n/d, quick matrix entry, select MATH menus, and VARS menu functions.
4	alpha f5	Context-sensitive shortcut menu for interactive features or actions such as interactive drawing features from the graph screen or TI-Basic program editing.

Using the Function Keys

Primary Function

The function appears on the key.
Ex: to display the MATH menu, press math.

Secondary Function

The function appears above the key in the same color as the 2nd key.When you press the 2nd key, the key name printed above the other key becomes active for the next keystroke.
Ex: to display the TEST menu, press 2nd and then test.
The flashing cursor becomes ↑ when you press 2nd. ↑ may also appear in the status bar.

Tertiary (Alpha Key) Function

The function appears above the key in the same color as the alpha key.
The third function allows you to enter alphabetic characters and special symbols, and to access SOLVE and shortcut menus.
Ex: to display the letter A, press alpha and then A.

To enter several alphabetic characters in a row, press 2nd A-lock. This locks the alpha key in the ON position so that you avoid having to repeatedly press alpha. Press alpha again to unlock it.
The flashing cursor becomes A when you press alpha. A may also appear in the status bar.

Turning the TI-84 Plus CE On and Off Setting the Display Brightness