1. A method for activating a symbol from a plurality of symbols in a graphical user interface, said method comprising the steps of: a.) displaying a plurality of groups including a first group around a start position on a display device, each group having a plurality of symbols including a first symbol, each group in a unique pre-determined direction relative to the start position; b.) transmitting a first directional signal associated with one of the unique pre-determined directions from a directional input device; c.) activating the first group in response to the first directional signal; d.) transmitting a second directional signal from the directional input device; and e.) activating the first symbol of the first group in response to the second directional signal.