• Line Width - Changes the width of the freehand writing line.
• Point - Allows you to point to specific information on screen.
• Write - Allows you to write freehand on the screen with the pen. To use the pen, be sure to note where the cross hair appears on the screen and press the pen tip to the telewriter surface. The pen needs to be held in an upright position for best results.
• Color - Changes the colour of the writing line, both freehand and typing.
• Type - Allows you to type your message on-screen. Using the arrow keys, locate the cursor on-screen to the desired starting point and type your message.
• Undo - Clears writing or typing from the screen.

Reminder: As the telewriter can only be used by one person at a time, it is important to establish an on-line protocol to assure active participation. If the pen is left on the pad's surface after use, it will prevent other sites from using their telewriter.

The modem allows either voice or data to be transmitted separately. Data transmission will take precedence over voice.