I have a BB 8700C. When I write e-mails, many times I want to move around within the message I'm writing, in order to make edits/changes.

I realize I use the wheel to move straight up or down, but how do I move cursor left to right when attempting to edit an e-mail I am in the process of writing?

Hold down the ALT key and scroll with the trackwheel horizontally or left to right in any text.

HAHA are you kidding me? oh mann, i was doing CAPS scoll this entire time.
i would select it until it keeps going then i would hit ESC.

wow i think i may be the most stupid BB user (either that or i was too impulsive to read the owner's manual...stupid me )

lol, well at least you are not the most stupid, because you do know the difference between the CAPS and ALT key!

Worth restating again--everyone should read over Stinsonddog's Tips (click on the link in my signature) and scroll down to your model. Print out the PDF and sit down and use the tips/shortcuts in front of your phone. Read them and forget, Do them and remember!

Thank you - knew it was going to be simple. Appreciate your help.

haha,thanks man. i'm sure i'll find out lots of shortcuts which will prolong the life of my fingers

This is exactly what I did, and I think it got it from your signature. Lots of great info in there.

yo jeremy, i'm leaving the office now to go get the new 8700g firmware release
i'll let you know how it goes