Using drop-down List Boxes

A drop-down list box is a field with a small down arrow to the right:

or:

Click the down arrow to see a discrete (fixed) list of options for that field:

Select your option from the list by clicking with the mouse, or pressing the key when the option is highlighted.
(Note that depending on the position on the screen, some drop-down lists may actually open upwards, rather than drop down).

TIP: For many option lists, the program will ‘remember’ the option that you selected for the field, and that will become the default setting for that field next time it is used.

To Select an Option from a Drop-down List:

1. Click the down arrow to the right of the field to display the list.

   If the list is too long for the list box, a vertical scroll bar appears at the right:

   Use (click) the "Up Arrow" to scroll up through the list, - or - Drag the "Slider" with the mouse to move up or down the list, - or - Use (click) the "Down Arrow" to scroll down through the list. Used to move an object, or to change the size of a window by ‘stretching’ its borders. Hover the mouse cursor over the object or window frame, then click and hold down the left mouse button. While holding the button down, move the mouse. The selected object will be ‘dragged’ to a new location. When it is positioned where required, release the mouse button. To reposition, repeat the procedure.

2. Click to select an option or press when the option is highlighted.

   

3. The list will disappear and the option selected will be shown in the field.