Hey all,
I almost never like stock keyboards.
When I had my HTC, my keyboard of choice was SwiftKeyX. Unfortunately, it won't work on the note, you have to get SwiftKeyX Tablet (which is what I am using now).
My issue is, I find is pretty stupid to design a keyboard without popular punctuation's on the main keyboard and require you to swap screen to hit a Comma, Exclamation or Question Mark among others.
The issue is, the SwifKeyX Tablet keyboard lags, sometimes VERY badly.
Has anyone else run other keyboard with success?
Thanks!
I use Icecream Sandwich Keyboard off the market. Works great.
macked said:
I use Icecream Sandwich Keyboard off the market. Works great.
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Thanks!
Which one are you using?
I decided to try: https://play.google.com/store/apps/....android.inputmethod.latin.ice_cream_sandwich
Thumb keyboard it is awesome, only one of its kind. Very unique
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Thumb keyboard it is awesome, only one of its kind. Very unique
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I thought about it. I have it on my tablet. I'll guess I can give it a go as well!
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Ok, installed and thankfully, I can set up different layouts for Portrait and Landscape.
For now, this is the winner! Thanks for kicking this back into my brain!
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Talderon said:
Hey all,
I almost never like stock keyboards.
When I had my HTC, my keyboard of choice was SwiftKeyX. Unfortunately, it won't work on the note, you have to get SwiftKeyX Tablet (which is what I am using now).
My issue is, I find is pretty stupid to design a keyboard without popular punctuation's on the main keyboard and require you to swap screen to hit a Comma, Exclamation or Question Mark among others.
The issue is, the SwifKeyX Tablet keyboard lags, sometimes VERY badly.
Has anyone else run other keyboard with success?
Thanks!
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I have not experienced lags with SwiftkeyX. I guess I might be lucky. I also like iTap as another 3rd party keyboard.
Not sure what version of Swiftkey X i bought as it was only. 49 in the market but i do remember it saying something about using a different tablet version. I paid no attention and the non tablet version is working wonderful here. Non root, all stock.
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I bought swiftkey x for. 49 and works perfectly, no lag(non tablet version)
But live thumb keyboard split keyboard in landscape
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I bought swiftkey x for. 49 and works perfectly, no lag(non tablet version)
But live thumb keyboard split keyboard in landscape
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Swift key worked fine on mine too.
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Do any of the add-on keyboards not have keylogging? I don't like the idea of all of my key-strokes being recorded and available to the creator of the keyboard...
Ice cream sandwich keyboard is my preferred keyboard
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I use smart keyboard pro......its very responsive and there are a lot of keyboard themes available ....if u like I can send u some skins I found
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Go keyboard is good too.
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Do any of the add-on keyboards not have keylogging? I don't like the idea of all of my key-strokes being recorded and available to the creator of the keyboard...
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Keylogging is how keyboards keep your user dictionary.
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So I'm pretty much pissed off at the stock HTC keyboard, and Swype doesn't work for me, so I'm wondering what keyboard is worth installing to replace.
I've tried Swiftkey and Smart Keyboard, but they both have problems with double letters when typing fast.
What keyboards are you all using with your 3VO?
Im using Smart keyboard pro and I have problems with it not responding sometimes. I need a better keyboard also. I can't stand the htc one.
if you don't dig swype (and it is an acquired taste I'll admit) I would then recommend swift....
...don't dig swift? Well, almost every other keyboard out there (that isn't trying be either be "swype2" or super unique) will be the same (at best) or worst.
Do swift...have it learn from your txts....srsly, how does that not work for you?
got the old ginge keyboard, seems to be ok.. space bar is a little small..
I was leaning towards the GB stock keyboard, just need to find a modified apk for one with the smilie key. I miss that from my rooted EVO.
I'll probably give into Swift, just was curious what everyone else uses.
Check out hackers keyboard. Its pretty cool.
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Check out hackers keyboard. Its pretty cool.
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Thanks!
I downloaded the Swift Beta from the marketplace, seems pretty good, no issues so far with double letters.
I really dig thumb keyboard 4.
The ability to split the keyboard while in landscape so Tue keys are closer to the sides has actually made me want to type in landscape.
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I really really miss the GB keyboard. I tried the apk I had from the Evo as well as the one from the market, both not sized for our screens(too small). I'm surprised no update either
Hackers has an ass load of options. I like you can change the overall size it takes up on the screen.
Though I have the full version of SwiftKey, I find the SwiftKey x beta works best for me.
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I'm loving flex t9. it's way better than swype imo. plus I got it free from Amazon app a day. I would have bought otherwise. you can trace, write, or voice command it.
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DevalB said:
Thanks!
I downloaded the Swift Beta from the marketplace, seems pretty good, no issues so far with double letters.
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the more it learns the better it works.....make sure to let it learn periodically....or make it....also only pick the language modules you need...trust me....I thought I'd shot for flexibility....pfft....more like shooting for randomization--the same applies for swype, lol.
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I really dig thumb keyboard 4.
The ability to split the keyboard while in landscape so Tue keys are closer to the sides has actually made me want to type in landscape.
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+1 I use it on my tablet and phone.
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another +1 for Thumb keyboard
Like the fact that you can choose between multiple layouts.
Another one for flext9
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Using better keyboard 8
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+1 for flext9 best all around keyboard in my opinion.
I second SwiftKey x
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great thread, thanks for everyone who chimed in with keyboard suggestions.
just got swiftkey x beta, gonna give it a try. anything will be better than the crappy stock keyboard.
getting a little annoyed with the choice of keypads, none are quite right for me. I find the majority of them the space bar is too small and im constantly hitting the full stop instead. I like the swiftkey keypad for its predictive properties but the space bar is the same size as normal. Ive tried the iphone emulator keypad which has a much better size keypad but not the predictive options. Although ive only tried the free version so far, is anyone using the paid for version and does it have better prediction? Currently im trying the perfect keypad free version and it seems a bit better, the space bar is a decent size and basically looks like the giingerbread keypad.
Annoyingly i know the perfect keypad for me, its the htc one, ive used it on 4 different phones and it was perfect but ive not seen anyone port it to the SGS2 so far?
What keypads are people using? what are their pros and cons?
Smart keyboard allows you to customize the keyboard however you'd like
[Bigger space bar in your case?]
I'm using swiftkey
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I am using swiftkey X .its very very good. the text prediction is pretty good.I recommend it. the app is paid but worth every cent.
From yesterday I am using touchpal input beta (one has to sign up for beta invite) . its pretty neat too. Its a combination of swype like gestures+ predictive text. worth a try.
Im also using swift key x, i love it! its amazing, it has so many features like it can even go through your sms/emails to "learn" how you type i.e. all your slang automatically. Worth the money imo.
yes ive got swiftkey x too, its prediction seems to eb the best there is, i just find the space bar too small, if i could have swiftkey with the size of space bar that the iphone emulator keypad has it would be perfect
Hackers keyboard (from XDA). Much better than the stock keyboard.
"Keyboard from Android 2.3" is my favorite. I use the "+" paid version. Same as stock gingerbread keyboard, only it's more customizable.
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Smart keyboard :-D love the droid x theme
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+1 for swift key
One more vote for swiftkey. It really speeds up your typing.
SwiftKey x is great, i only wish we could edit the theme, remove the SwiftKey button and question mark button and make the spacebar bigger and it would be perfect, anyone know a way todo that?
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veyka said:
SwiftKey x is great, i only wish we could edit the theme, remove the SwiftKey button and question mark button and make the spacebar bigger and it would be perfect, anyone know a way todo that?
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exactly what i want lol
http://www.appbrain.com/app/big-buttons-keyboard-deluxe/com.bigbuttons.deluxe2
My new number one choice .
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Using stock. I have swiftkey but I didn't like it. Maybe I just need more time with it.
Using stock. I had swiftkey and didn't like it that much. Going to try it again though, as many people love it.
GB keyboard found on the market.
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One more vote for swiftkey. It really speeds up your typing.
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Itap keyboard gets my first vote
2nd would be Gingerbread keyboard paid version.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=602508&stc=1&d=1305924008
Here is the HTC keyboard for the SGS2, works perfectly, looks great. By far the best android keyboard
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=602508&stc=1&d=1305924008
Here is the HTC keyboard for the SGS2, works perfectly, looks great. By far the best android keyboard
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Swiftkey x with the HTC keyboards UI and the ability to edit the layout would make my perfect keyboard!
For some reason the HTC keyboard has a less responsive spacebar and worse autocorrect it is nice though!
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I really suck with the HTC keyboard. Swype doesnt do much for me either...
To the point, Im looking for keyboard recommendations. Ive tried almost all and own them too. My ONLY requirement is that the keyboard does NOT require access to the internet. I would also prefer it be a premium item if it needs to be purchased via the market.
Just looking for suggestions, if something like this even exists. There is a chance I could have overlooked a gem. Thank you!
Smart Keyboard Pro
SwiftKey and Thumb Keyboard
Supra-charged 3D
Perfect Keyboard. Both free and paid versions are stellar. Theming and customization options galore.
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Smart Keyboard Pro
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this.
i have been using smart keyboard pro for about a year now, it pretty much trumps every other keyboard i have ever used on a phone.
do it, you will never look back. and tons of theming available.
SwiftKey X FTW!!
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SwiftKey X FTW!!
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Agreed. SwiftKey X is amazing. After a week or so of using it, it pretty much knows what I want to type before I do.
swiftkey or thumb keyboard...
Learn to type? Jajajaja
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For some reason I typed so much worse with swiftkey. On my OG Evo, the stock gingerbread keyboard (available as a free download in the market called just search gingerbread keyboard) was the best for me. Was able to type extremely fast and accurate. On my 3D though, I don't know if it's the case I have the wraps around the bezel a bit but I can't type for **** with the GB keyboard. I can't hit the space bar, always end up hitting b or a period. The HTC IME without arrows is best for me on the 3D.
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Agreed. SwiftKey X is amazing. After a week or so of using it, it pretty much knows what I want to type before I do.
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But then are you typing without mistake or selecting the predictions?
Edit: what are your settings like? I know it works best with certain settings.
I've got a trio of keyboards installed, stock, swype and smart keyboard pro. I like the old swiftkey, I'll download it one more time. Wish it defaulted with an enter key. Hate a smiley key.
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I really like Ice Cream Sandwich keyboard by Binary something or other in the Market.
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I really like Ice Cream Sandwich keyboard by Binary something or other in the Market.
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agreed here as well. I really like the ICS keyboard. I have been using it recently on steel ROM.
swift x is ok, but kind of annoying sometimes and lacks the functionality of smart keyboard pro in my opinion.
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But then are you typing without mistake or selecting the predictions?
Edit: what are your settings like? I know it works best with certain settings.
I've got a trio of keyboards installed, stock, swype and smart keyboard pro. I like the old swiftkey, I'll download it one more time. Wish it defaulted with an enter key. Hate a smiley key.
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I set Swiftkey X to learn from Facebook and my text messages. I chose the fast typer option in settings and at this point I probably type about a third of a word before it knows what I want and I can just hit space to complete it. Though when I do have to type a whole word I personally find the keyboard easier to type on than the stock one.
Do you constantly hit the period button instead of the space? I seem to do this only with android phones. Not sure why, I don't if its just me or what.
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I do but changed keyboard to gingerbread keyboard
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I do this way too often. Does anyone know a keyboard that does not have the period button to the right on the space bar?
I use ICS keyboard from Google play market. The space bar is wider and fixes this for me. The ics keyboard on the leak was garbage imo
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Swype Tablet Beta using the SPen to swype is the best keyboard combo I have found for the Note. Easily the fastest and most accurate way to enter text that I have found...I think I type faster on my phone than I do on my laptop. Haha. That being said, I'm terrible at typing on a laptop/computer keyboard...never learne to use all of my fingers so I just pick at the keyboard with two fingers. Glad my career won't require fast typing.
As to the OP, I definitely run into that problem with some keyboards. Try the Swiftkey 3 Beta, you don't need to use the spacebar unless you're typing a word not in the keyboards dictionary, and it works really well; I think it's awesome how it automatically detects words and puts in spaces for you. Plus, it has some awesome themes to match ICS.
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Swype Tablet Beta using the SPen to swype is the best keyboard combo I have found for the Note. Easily the fastest and most accurate way to enter text that I have found...I think I type faster on my phone than I do on my laptop. Haha. That being said, I'm terrible at typing on a laptop/computer keyboard...never learne to use all of my fingers so I just pick at the keyboard with two fingers. Glad my career won't require fast typing.
As to the OP, I definitely run into that problem with some keyboards. Try the Swiftkey 3 Beta, you don't need to use the spacebar unless you're typing a word not in the keyboards dictionary, and it works really well; I think it's awesome how it automatically detects words and puts in spaces for you. Plus, it has some awesome themes to match ICS.
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What do you find better in the tablet swype version versus the swype that came on the note?
I always seem to hit the b or v buttons so my text lookvlikevthis.
Give the ICS keyboard a shot. Its actually pretty nice. A major upgrade over the stock keyboard.
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What do you find better in the tablet swype version versus the swype that came on the note?
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I like using the SPen, and the regular Swype buttons seem too large. Even with fat fingers I have no problems with the smaller buttons. Also, the tablet version had a tab key which is really useful for taking notes in class.
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Give the ICS keyboard a shot. Its actually pretty nice. A major upgrade over the stock keyboard.
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Can I get it from the play market?
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Can I get it from the play market?
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Can you say the name of the ICS Keyboard App you use? There are a bunch...
I do the same thing... I almost always hit the period / or Note "Write to Text" Button... I can't stand the ICS Keyboard from the leak...
Gingerbread keyboard is too small I do the same thing...I downloaded the ics keyboard on the play store its the same keyboard as gingerbread just bigger and blue bit I haven't had a problem yet.
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Am I the only one who actually like the stock ICS Keyboard on the note?! LOL it's the first time I stay with a stock keyboard, I'm really enjoying it.
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Am I the only one who actually like the stock ICS Keyboard on the note?! LOL it's the first time I stay with a stock keyboard, I'm really enjoying it.
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I like it too and the voice dictation on ICS is a whole lot better. I switch between the stock ICS keyboard and Swype.
I know one thing. The stock keyboard that came on the GNote is f*cking garbage.
Also I'm trying Swype with the S-pen for the first time right now and it's not bad, other than some punctuation errors I had to go back and fix.
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Any suggestions on what a good keyboard to use on my Touchpad?
I'm currently using some free one called Tablet Keyboard I think. It's ok but when in portrait view, i find it a bit tedious to keep switching between left and right half of the keyboard/screen.
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Hackers keyboard is by far the best i've come accross yet.
swype (the new beta works perfectly on touchpad) or swiftkey tablet x for me
Thumb keyboard for me
Multilingual works well for me. Very configurable.
EDIT: I meant Multiling, danged autospell messed me up
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Thumb keyboard or Swype, have them both, since I broke my right wrist Swype has been a lifesaver, lol.
if only the default keyboard can be slimmer and smaller. that will just do the job. anyone know how to do it?
or maybe port the webos keyboard
Swiftkey is definitely my favorite
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Swiftkey is definitely my favorite
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For writibg for Android Headlines I've had to experiment with both adaptxt tablet keyboard, which isn't out yet and with the latest Swiftkey for tablets, swiftkey is close to stock and allows changes too
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SwiftKey all the way
I've tried Smarter Keyboard, Swift Key X, GO Keyboard, and the Stock keyboard.
The predictions in Swift Key are the best I've ever seen. I bought it for my DesireHD and that worked so well. Until now I was using the Beta 3 on my TP but it's expired, so no more predictions
Now I have to buy the Tablet version because the normal one isn't quite suited for a 10" screen.
BTW, GO Keyboard is terrible. I like how minimal SwiftKey is. I don't want some stupid shortcut bar taking up room on the screen like in GO!
SwiftKey tablet is great, love the split keyboard and the predictions.
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I've tried them all.and when you compare configuration possibilities and customization nothing beats Thumb Keyboard in any field. Swiftkey may have a little better prediction but nit enough to warrant me switching over from Thumb
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I'm using the stock keyboard most of the time since it has the best accuracy multi finger typing as on a physical keyboard.
Thumb Keyboard is the best I've used. (old screenshot below)
You can also check float and split keyboard. It has 4 different layout. I dont really use the prediction, so i dont know how the prediction is compared to other keyboard. But, it definitely has one of the best keyboard layout option i would say. These screenshots are two out of the 4 options.
Thank me if i helped
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another keyboard worth to try superkeyboard . name says it all its super
Swype Beta FTW! Best keyboard on the market right now. Ironically its actually not on the market... Oops, I meant play store. Swyping> letter typing. An average Swype user inputs more words per minute than a skilled conventional "button presser"