The Zoom slider key on the a Microsoft keyboard may not work correctly (914979)



The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft IntelliType Pro 5.5
  • Microsoft IntelliType Pro 5.4
  • Microsoft IntelliType Pro 5.3
  • Microsoft IntelliType Pro 5.2
  • Microsoft Digital Media Pro Keyboard
  • Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000
  • Microsoft Wireless Laser Desktop 6000
  • Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop 2.0
  • Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop 5000
  • Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop Comfort Edition

SYMPTOMS

When you try to use the Zoom slider key on one of the Microsoft keyboards that are listed in the "Applies To" section, the Zoom slider key may not work correctly.

Note All Microsoft keyboards use the Microsoft IntelliType Pro software.

CAUSE

This problem may occur if the speed in the IntelliType Pro software for the Zoom slider key is not set to Fast.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this problem, increase the speed for the Zoom slider key in the IntelliType software. To do this, follow these steps:
  1. Click Start, click Run, type control in the Open box, and then click Keyboard.
  2. On the Keyboard properties page, click Zooming.
  3. Use the pointing device to click, hold, and then move the Select a zooming speed slider control to Fast.

    Note Click to select the following check boxes if they are not already selected:
    • Enable zooming
    • Enable accelerated zooming (zoom faster the longer you hold the zoom slider)

Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:6/30/2006
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