How to Transfer Games onto the TI-84 Plus

Graphing and computing are not the only tasks a TI-84 Plus can do.

The TI-84 Plus graphing calculator was released by Texas Instruments in 2004. Similar to past models, the TI-84 allows users to implement applications into the calculator's memory. These programs come in the form of math and science-based applications, memo-taking and even games in the format .8XK. Programs are typically small, as the calculator reserves 1.54 MB for applications. With the use of the calculator's USB capabilities and a program called TI-Connect, the process of transferring games to the calculator can be a simple one. After downloading them onto your calculator, pressing the "Program" button will bring up your games.

Things You'll Need

• USB Cable
• TI-Connect program

Instructions

1. Download TI-Connect from the Texas Instruments website (see link under References). Install the program on your computer once it is downloaded.

2. Right-click on the program and click "Send to." Select your desktop to make a shortcut.

3. Connect your calculator to your computer using the USB cable. Sync the computer and calculator using TI-Connect.

4. Drag and drop your downloaded games on top of the TI-Connect link to send them to your calculator.

References

• Texas Instruments: TI-84 Plus
• Texas Instruments: TI-Connect

Resources

• TICalc: Games