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My MacBook doesn't have a numeric keypad. Can I still use programs that require one?

As a convenience for MacBook users, Serial provides a way to emulate a numeric keypad in lieu of a real one. Use the shortcuts below to emulate the keypad:

Emulated Keypad Key Shortcut
0 fn + 0
1 fn + 1
2 fn + 2
3 fn + 3
4 fn + 4
5 fn + 5
6 fn + 6
7 fn + 7
8 fn + 8
9 fn + 9
+ fn + +
- fn + -
Enter fn + return