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Using the Dictionary widget in Dashboard

The Dictionary widget in Dashboard is a fast, convenient way to search for words whenever you need to.

To use the Dictionary widget:

  1. Click the Dashboard icon in the Dock or press the F12 key to open Dashboard.

  2. Click the Open (+) button in the lower-left corner of the Dashboard to reveal the widget bar, and then click the Dictionary widget icon.

  3. Type a letter or word in the search field and press Return. The closest matching entry in the current source is displayed.

    • Click the Back and Forward buttons to see previously viewed words.

    • Use the pop-up menu to change the reference source, such as Dictionary or Thesaurus.

    • Click the letter at the left side of the widget to display a list of common phrases that use the letter or word. For example, if you searched for “happy,” the list might include “happy camper” and “happy as a clam.”

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