TI‑84 Docs — Reviewed & Summarized
Quick Overview
This document is a review and condensed guide based on the online TI‑84 documentation. It highlights the main sections you’ll want on a docs/help page: Getting Started, Keyboard & Controls, Display & Modes, Using the Calculator, and Error Conditions.
Table of Contents (suggested)
Getting Started
Provide a short quickstart that helps first-time users open and begin using the emulator. Include:
- How to open the calculator (on-page widget or fullscreen).
- Basic navigation: using the on-screen keypad vs. keyboard input.
- Saving or copying results: copy-paste instructions and screenshot tips.
Using the Keyboard
Summarize the most-used keys and shortcuts. Example sections to include on the page:
- Power (On/Off)
- Numeric keys and decimal
- Arithmetic operators (+, -, ×, ÷)
- Function keys (sin, cos, tan, log, ln, ^)
- Graphing keys (Y=, GRAPH, TRACE, ZOOM)
- 2nd / Shift functionality description
Display & Modes
Explain display settings and common modes that affect calculations and graphs. Items to document:
- Degree vs Radian mode
- Float vs Fixed decimal display format
- Graphing window settings (Xmin, Xmax, Ymin, Ymax)
- Stat/Matrix modes
Graphing Functions
Provide a quick tutorial for graphing, including examples:
Example: To plot y = sin(x): 1. Entersin(x)into Y1 2. PressGRAPH3. UseZOOMto adjust view 4. UseTRACEto inspect points
Also include tips for implicit and parametric graphs if supported by your emulator.
Algebra & Equations
Document how to solve equations and use algebraic features available in the emulator. Include common examples like solving quadratic equations, evaluating expressions, and using parenthesis correctly.
Statistics & Matrices
Describe entering data, running regressions, computing mean/median/standard deviation, and performing matrix operations. Provide short sample workflows for:
- Entering data into a list
- Running linear regression and reading the output
- Matrix multiplication and inversion
Error Conditions & Troubleshooting
List common error messages users may encounter and concise fixes. Example entries:
| Error | Meaning | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| ERR:SYNTAX | Expression not formatted correctly | Check parentheses and operators; re-enter expression. |
| ERR:DOMAIN | Function undefined for input (e.g., log(-1)) | Check domain or use complex mode if supported. |
| ERR:DIVIDE | Division by zero | Adjust equation to avoid dividing by zero. |
FAQ & Exam Rules
Quick FAQ and a prominent note about exam use: online emulators are typically not allowed in proctored exams — always check exam rules.
