text: how do you put an accent mark on a letter when typing? i'm am trying to write in spanish using the numeric keypad, you can make just about any character.  for example, you can make an ñ by holding down the alt key and typing 0241 on your numeric keypad (make sure num lock is on).  you can get a look at all the available characters, and how to make them via the numeric keypad, by going to start --> all programs --> accessories --> system tools --> character map.  also, in microsoft word, you can use the autocorrect feature to replace certain keystrokes with an appropriate character; for example, you could replace (n) with ñ. follow the instructions at the link below.