How to Move the Cursor on a BlackBerry Without a Trackball

You can make selections on the smartphone without a trackball.

Most BlackBerry cell phones have a built-in cursor ball in the middle of the device. This allows you to move around the screen and select content, just as you do with a computer. If the trackball is damaged and not functioning properly, you do have a second option. This method takes a little longer to select objects, as it does not scroll diagonally, but cursor movement and selection is still capable.

Instructions

1. Power on the BlackBerry and wait for the operating system to finish loading.

2. Push the directional arrow key pad, located around the trackball, towards the option you want to select. This movies the mouse towards the desired selection, one icon at a time.

3. Highlight the icon you want to select, then press "Enter" (the green "Dial" button) to do so.

References

• BlackBerry Support: Tips and Tricks