How to Use Accented Characters in Mac Os X Lion (with Pictures)

Apple recently introduced an upgrade to the operating system for their line of Mac computers called OS X Lion. Many big changes have been made to the core features of the OS in the Lion upgrade including the introduction of many features that were previously only available to iPhone and iPad users on Apple’s mobile operating system, iOS. For example, this article will teach you how to use the new iPhone-like accented characters in Mac OS X Lion
STEPS

1

PRESS AND HOLD THE LETTER ON YOUR KEYBOARD THAT YOU WANT TO ADD AN ACCENT TO. A small pop menu will appear over your text showing available accent options.

2

CLICK THE ACCENTED CHARACTER YOU WANT TO ADD.
Alternatively, press the corresponding number next to the character to automatically insert it.


TIPS
You can open Launchpad in OS X Lion using custom shortcuts or hot corners by setting them in System Preferences.
Swipe between pages of apps in Launchpad by clicking and holding your mouse while making a swiping gesture left or right, or use a two finger gesture on your trackpad.
WARNINGS
OS X Lion is only available as a downloadable upgrade through the Mac App Store.