Insert — English Dictionary

Noun

1. A key that when pressed switches between the overtype mode and the insert mode of a computer.

   Synonyms

   Ins

   Examples

   Now type the word "fleece" and then a space, and press INSERT once more to cancel LOCK INSERT.

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   The removed text is temporarily stored in the system INSERT HERE buffer. To insert that text at a new location, position the cursor at the new location and press INSERT.

   Press INSERT one time. You will notice the mode indicator change to the other mode. Press INSERT again, and the indicator will return to the original mode. If necessary, press INSERT again so "Insert" appears as the mode.

   To add another trustee to the list, press Insert. To delete a trustee from the list, select the trustee in question and press Delete. To modify the rights for an existing trustee press, select the trustee in question and press Enter.

   Press Insert and select the print queue created in the previous section.

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   Press Insert to hold down the mouse button for dragging and press Delete to stop dragging.

   Pressing the Insert key yields another branch. Give it a short label, say “Introduction.” Press Insert again and you get subbranches.

   Then press the insert key on the keyboard to go into pivot mode. (..) Press Insert again to return to the normal move tool.