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@@ -150,3 +150,12 @@ How can I fix display problems?
 
 * If the color palette redefinition causes problems, you can switch off 
   the color mapping with the parameter *--no-color-change*.
+
+
+How can I redraw the terminal?
+------------------------------
+
+With Ctrl-L you can clear and redraw all information on the terminal screen. 
+This may be necessary if a background program overwrites the displayed 
+widgets with other characters.
+