Graphical user interface

The Graphical User Interface (GUI) of the Nokia N97 emulator includes a screen and various keys to simulate the function of a target device as closely as possible. To simulate pressing buttons on a real device, click the corresponding keys on the emulator with the mouse.

The emulator screen is divided into three panes: the status pane, the main pane and the control pane. See the figures below for reference.

Figure 11: Nokia N97 emulator panes

The Status pane includes the solid bar near the top of the screen and the area above it. It displays information on the running application and state as well as information on device status, such as signal strength.

The Main pane (application grid) is the principal area of the screen and used for displaying application data.

The Control pane is located under the main pane and displays commands and other items related to the soft keys and the navigation key.

Figure 12: Nokia N97 emulator keys and buttons

You can change the resolution of the emulator, by clicking the Switch configuration button (see Changing the emulator resolution).

Selecting the Applications button takes you to the emulator’s application grid (main pane).