BMW 3: Operation via touchpad
General information
Some iDrive functions can be operated using the
touchpad on the Controller.
Selecting functions
Via iDrive:
1. "CAR".
2. "Settings".
3. "General settings".
4. "Touchpad".
5. Select the desired setting:
- "Character input": enter letters and numbers.
- "Map": use the map.
- "Search fields": to write letters without selecting
the list field.
- "Audio confirmation": pronounces entered
letters and numbers.
Entering letters and numbers
- Enter characters as they are displayed on the
Control Display.
- Always enter associated characters, such as
accents or periods so that the letter can be
clearly recognized.
- The set language determines what input is
possible. Where necessary, enter special
characters via the Controller.
Entering special characters

Using the map
The map in the navigation system can be moved
via the touchpad.

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General information
The Control Display is equipped with a touchscreen.
You can tap on menu items and widgets. Touch
the screen with your fingers. Do not use any objects.
Opening the main menu
Tap o
Concept
The voice activation system can be used to operate
functions with spoken commands. The
system supports you with announcements during
input.
The voice control system and the feedback it
provid
General information
There are various methods for activating the
voice activation feature:
Press the button on the
steering
wheel.
Say the wake word ›Hello BMW‹ or a personal
wake word.
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SEE MORE:
Heed the following when using the vehicle:
Owner's Manual.
Information on the vehicle. Do not remove
stickers.
Technical vehicle data.
The traffic, speed, and safety laws where the
vehicle is driven.
Vehicle documents and statutory documents.
Warranty
Your vehicle is technically configured
Concept
The Check Control system monitors functions in
the vehicle and notifies you of malfunctions in
the monitored systems.
General information
A Check Control message is displayed as a combination
of indicator or warning lights and text
messages in the instrument cluster and, if applicable,
in th