1. A method for toggling between a first input mode and a second input mode in an electronic system, comprising the steps of: providing an electronic system having a first input mode and a second input mode; providing a sensor in communication with the electronic system, the sensor being capable of distinguishing between a single user finger and a plurality of user fingers; placing the electronic system in the first input mode upon sensing only the single user finger; and placing the electronic system in the second input mode upon sensing the plurality of user fingers.