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Numeric keypad
A numeric keypad, or numpad for short, is the small, palm-sized, seventeen key section of a computer keyboard, usually on the very far right. The numeric keypad features
- digits 0 to 9,
- addition (+), subtraction (-),
- multiplication (*) and division (/) symbols,
- a decimal point (.) and
- Num Lock and Enter keys
Application
Numeric keypads are useful for entering long sequences of numbers quickly, for example in spreadsheets, financial/accounting programs, and calculators. Input in this style is similar to that of a calculator or adding machine.
These are also used for inserting pin numbers for chip and pin credit/debit cards, or when using an ATM machine to withdraw money or check a bank balance.