Hi, Barbie, It does not have to have a full-size numpad but it sure makes using what CakeTalking calls value Change Keys much easier. Call 610-783-6692 Option 3 and then Option 2 to discuss your needs with Bryan of Dancing Dots tech support. Regards, Bill Bill McCann Founder and President of Dancing Dots since 1992 www.DancingDots.com Tel: [001] 610-783-6692 _____ From: ddots-l-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:ddots-l-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Barbie Elliott Sent: Monday, January 24, 2011 5:47 PM To: ddots-l@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: [ddots-l] numpadd keys and laptops Does the laptop I purchase have to have the numpadd keys to work with cake talking? Thanks in advance. Barbie