Abstract: A method for selecting functional icons is provided for use with an electronic device having a touch screen. A plurality of functional icons are shown on the touch screen, in which each functional icon represents an executable function of the electronic device. The method comprises the steps of: when the touch screen is touched, selecting a functional icon corresponding to the touched position, and showing an enlarged image corresponding to that selected functional icon; if the touched position is moved, selecting a new functional icon according to the vector of movement of the touched position, and showing an enlarged image corresponding to the newly selected functional icon; and if the touched position is relieved, activating the executable function represented by the functional icon corresponding to the enlarged image shown on the touch screen.