TI-84 Plus CE Getting Started Guide

Complete documentation for using the online TI-84 Calculator. Learn how to perform calculations, create graphs, and use all the features of this powerful calculator.

Setting the Display Brightness

The TI-84 Plus CE allows you to adjust the display brightness to suit your viewing preferences and conserve battery life. This section explains how to adjust the brightness settings.

Adjusting Brightness

To adjust the brightness of your TI-84 Plus CE display:

  1. Press [2nd] [MODE] to access the calculator's settings menu.
  2. Use the arrow keys to navigate to the brightness control at the bottom of the screen.
  3. Use the left and right arrow keys to decrease or increase the brightness level.
  4. Press [ENTER] when you have selected your preferred brightness level.
  5. Press [CLEAR] to exit the settings menu and return to the home screen.

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Brightness Levels

The TI-84 Plus CE offers 10 brightness levels, from 1 (dimmest) to 10 (brightest). The default brightness setting is level 7.

Dimmer (1)Default (7)Brighter (10)

Battery Conservation

Lower brightness settings can significantly extend battery life. For optimal battery performance, use the lowest brightness setting that allows comfortable viewing.

Note on Auto-Dimming

The calculator automatically dims the display after 90 seconds of inactivity to save battery power. Press any key to restore the display to your set brightness level.