I'm hating life with Swype, SlideIt, Swiftkey and Samsung's default keyboards. All of those act crazy on webpage search fields or randomly crash. Swiftkey will erase the contents of entire text fields randomly so I can't use it unless I need motivation to kill. Hacker's is my favorite but there's no Swype feature or autocomplete. Swiftkey X is nice but that disappearing text thing is not something I can workaround. I have thumb keyboard but never tried it since its not really my style.
Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
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Wow never knew you could do that. I'm going to give it a shot.
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Swiftkey X has never given me any problems; I've been using it for at least 6 months. Another good one is "hacker's keyboard."
For some reason Swiftkey will randomly stop working and/or delete everything in the current textfield. Its happened on my phone and tablet. Im guessing its a bug from the Amazon version.
Hacker's is sweet. If it had autocomplete I'd marry it.
Those two keyboards are really nice. Samsung's keyboard is slow.
I use swiftkey tablet x, it works nice for me. I am using the free version without auto correction, though.
+1 for swiftkey tablet x. I have occasionally noticed the website behavior mentioned by GorillaPimp but not often enough to be a deal killer.
Another vote for Swiftkey X. I haven't had the problem that you mentioned. I do find when typing quickly that the space bar doesn't always register, and I need to be more deliberate when pressing it. I love that I can switch between regular layout and thumb typing layout.
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If it had autocomplete I'd marry it.
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From the Play page for hacker's keyboard: "Completion dictionaries are provided by plug-in packages, see the "other applications by this developer" section for the currently available list."
I am using FlexT9 keyboard works great with my Samsung external keyboard. I am using Gtab 10.1 wifi AOKP build 36. The only thing is on the external keyboard the home button doesn't work. Which is probly rom specific.
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Hacker's Keyboard w/completion dictionary. It's like being on a netbook...and, It's free. Definitely gonna donate to this guy, soon...
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I used to be a Swype guy, but now I am undecided...maybe hackers is worth a look.
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Hey all
I recently upgraded to the galaxy s2 from the HTC desire and just cant get used to the galaxy s2 keyboard. I used the HTC_IME mod keyboard on the desire and loved it, and am wondering if there is a similar one of the desire or what the best alternative is. the htc_ime mod does install on the galaxy s2, but it keeps hanging and make a few apps crash, so not really usable
The main thing i liked about it was that it could quickly remember thing like emails (which contain an _ and an @ (obviously) )
Ive added the email to the dictionary, but as the second letter is an underscore, there doesnt seem to be a quick way to get it to 'recommend it' onscreen without typing out the whole thing
Any ideas/suggestions?
i like stock samsung or Swipe
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in my opinion A.I.type keyboard is the best for me.
Hey mate, I am from the desire also. I used the stock gingerbread on my desire, it was my favourite KB, although the size is terrible on SGS2 so I use HTC_IME mod and works a treat ;-)
I hate stock samsung keyboard and use smart keyboard instead for typing. Anyway I recently started using swype, at the beginning I hated it but now I don't using anything else since it's by far the fastest method for me, it just takes time getting used to (not more than a couple hours anyway). So my suggestion: give swype a try, I don't think you'll regret it.
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Hey mate, I am from the desire also. I used the stock gingerbread on my desire, it was my favourite KB, although the size is terrible on SGS2 so I use HTC_IME mod and works a treat ;-)
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I can use HTC_IME mod for some things, but it wont work on the stock email app (the one with the red stamp on the icon) and seems to freeze every so often an d stop the touch screen from detecting anything for a few seconds. Thats why im looking to change
I don't like the stock keyboard. I think it's too "stock" I don't like Swipe too. I'm using SwiftKey X and I like it.
Plenty of options, SwiftKey X, TouchPal, Better keyboard, and loads more.
I've tried most and TouchPal is very decent for a beta but always come back to SwiftKey as its prediction is extremely well and I like the way it learns words. New update due today should make it better. Free version already updated though so give it a try for a month.
Although it doesn't have that many options compared to others in the market.
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Plenty of options, SwiftKey X, TouchPal, Better keyboard, and loads more.
I've tried most and TouchPal is very decent for a beta but always come back to SwiftKey as its prediction is extremely well and I like the way it learns words. New update due today should make it better. Free version already updated though so give it a try for a month.
Although it doesn't have that many options compared to others in the market.
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Ditto !!!!
Depends on the user. If he/she like click typing keyboard then SwiftKey, Big Button, A.I.Type keyboard, but users like me, who loves Swype, could try SlideIT and TouchPal. But TouchPal is the best IMO. Still it has some bugs.
All I can say that the default Swype is a PITA. Least the one I used, 2.72, can't say about the newer version however.
New update is now out for paid users, finally got it updated let's see how much better this is. A.I type is also very good. Quite a vast choice now for users depending on what they want.
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Swiftkey X is awesome, best predictions i've seen on any keyboard.
Trust me mate, I've tried them all, and ALWAYS come back to swift key...
Awesome prediction, I feel like it's reading my ****ing mind...
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I would say it's all Down to personal preference, for me its smart keyboard pro. O can never get the hang of swype lol.
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I'm not objective (being the developer) but I recommend A.I.type
Give it a try!
A.I.type Keyboard Plus (paid) or A.I.type Keyboard Beta (beta is over but we keep it on the market for now).
i'm using better keyboard
I find Siwftkey X is the best for speed, easily deleting unwanted suggested words, auto corrections and predictions for all the normal keyboards I have used. I started to like AI type keyboard until I realised it wasn't as good at the predicitons, autocorrect and removing suggested words... Shame because it had its pros as well.
swift key x without a doubt. the prediction as others have mentioned is top notch. it learns fast, looks nice, and works really well. (I have tried swype, stock, GO keyboard)
Touchpal FTW
Touchpal all the way, but for some reason its not working on the new Revolt update.... help?
I have problems writing text messages on my Legend (lots of mistypes). Of course main reason is small screen. Does anyone have suggestion which keyboard app is best for HTC legend?
Thanks in advance.
Swype. It's like autocorrect in a keyboard. Although I think it's only a closed-beta at the moment, so apply on their website!
Next up, I like HTC_IME for its customization and well-developed dictionary. You could type the worst misspelling ever and it will find it and correct it. It's somewhere around XDA.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=868131
And then lastly, I like the stock Gingerbread keyboard found in CM7, or another 2.3 ROM. If you don't have it, (like Sense too much?), download a similar one from the Market, such as Perfect Keyboard Free or Gingerbread Keyboard.
Thanks for reply. I have been using Smart Keyboard, but I will try Swype.
I'll stick with SwiftKey X, because of the Good dictionary, prediction and learning sentences you type. Sometimes I get a whole bunch of words out by pressing space only!
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i m using Smart Keyboard, works fine
I bought SwiftkeyX Keyboard.The Swipe input is not for me.
My vote goes for SliteIT keyboard.
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I'll stick with SwiftKey X, because of the Good dictionary, prediction and learning sentences you type. Sometimes I get a whole bunch of words out by pressing space only!
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+1
I love this keyboard! Worth it's price many times over!
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My vote goes for SliteIT keyboard.
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+ 1000000 !
I tried all the keyboard XD SlideIT is for me the best on HTC Legend, it's a Swype-like, but it's even better ! (smoother, better text prediction etc... )
I just installed TouchPal. Works for me. It is free!
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I'll stick with SwiftKey X, because of the Good dictionary, prediction and learning sentences you type. Sometimes I get a whole bunch of words out by pressing space only!
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I decreased the hight of the keys to see some more of the screen while typing. IF you used swiftkey for a while the autocorrection saves an huge amount of time.
Additional swiftkey has a funktion to detect where you hit the screen when you want to type a letter. This can increase your typing-speed too. See here w*w.swiftkey.net/swiftkey-x-update-brings-blog-learning-heatmaps-and-more
I use SlideIT keyboard on my Legend, got it when Google had the 0.10 cent apps. Great keyboard.
I have seen some people ask about the Swype keyboard and I would just like to point out that the Asus keyboard that comes on the prime actually has this option embedded in the software already.
1. Go to input options under settings and make sure that the Asus keyboard (not Android) is selected.
2. Then, under the keyboard settings option, choose trace route and the stock keyboard will function as the swype keyboard does.
This keyboard is not as good as swype in my opinion, but it is cool that Asus gave it a shot.
I also apologize if this is in the wrong place for this thread, or if this topic has already been discussed.
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Yeah I noticed that also. stock keyboards still blow though. I'm using slideIt keyboard. Its better than swipe. very fast and easy to use especially if you put it in portrait mode. although I have big hands, I can slide faster in portrait mode. it can work by sliding or regular mode. landscape or portrait mode is good. I've been hearing a lot about that thumb keyboard also. I might try it out soon.
Bad Stock Keyboards
Yes, that is the first thing I noticed was the bad keyboards available stock. They do have a swype type option that works ok but still not very good. None of the keyboard have the push and hold type keys for special characters which is a real pain.
I really want a keyboard with cursor arrows on the primary screen. Isn't everyone annoyed when thay have to make a correction and have to try to tap the screen to move the cursor back to just where you need it????????
Any other suggestions on good keyboard options out there?
Thumb keyboard is the best imo.
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^ +1 thumb keyboard has been the best and i tried it all
The new swype beta is awesome on a tablet. It's an open beta, just sign up and download it. Many new features as well as new dragon voice recognition by Nuance. Alternatively, SwiftKey x tablet is awesome as well, you can split the keyboard like thumb keyboard as well, and has the best predictions I've seen on any keyboard.
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The new swype beta is awesome on a tablet. It's an open beta, just sign up and download it. Many new features as well as new dragon voice recognition by Nuance. Alternatively, SwiftKey x tablet is awesome as well, you can split the keyboard like thumb keyboard as well, and has the best predictions I've seen on any keyboard.
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swype is the best on a tablet
I really like using Swiftkey X Tablet. Looks and works great.
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The new swype beta is awesome on a tablet. It's an open beta, just sign up and download it. Many new features as well as new dragon voice recognition by Nuance. Alternatively, SwiftKey x tablet is awesome as well, you can split the keyboard like thumb keyboard as well, and has the best predictions I've seen on any keyboard.
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I installed Swype Beta on my Prime and it's awesome I use it on all my devices, I'm lost without it.
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swype is the best on a tablet
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Agreed it is the best imo.
I will have to check it out. Never really thought about changing the keyboard until now. I am sure it could make a big difference.
I've been using Swiftkey for the longest but it's been buggy since an update so I'm looking for options. Preferably one with predictive typing.
I've tried other keyboards, but always end up back at the Swype beta. The predictive text is nearly perfect, especially once it learns as you use it. I also like sliding my finger to type. So, I use it while it's free and available.
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I like stock HTC keyboards. They just feel great to use.
Currently I'm using a Sense 4.0 look-a-like keyboard on my phone.
No problems so far!
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I like stock HTC keyboards. They just feel great to use.
Currently I'm using a Sense 4.0 look-a-like keyboard on my phone.
No problems so far!
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Where'd you get the Sense 4.0 keyboard?
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Where'd you get the Sense 4.0 keyboard?
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Unless you run a sense 4 Rom, you will have to use a look alike, not the real deal. I think there are some in the Play Store.
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I use the htc stock keyboard, too.
Alternative, I use the Swift Keyboard and no problems so far.
+1 for Thumb Keyboard
I'm a Swype man with their latest update copying SwiftKey with implementing a prediction algorithm. I don't think it's used to it's full potential (ie. That could use it to knock out words that are similar to the pattern but you're obviously not going to use after the previous word) but it's nice.
SwiftKey 3 would be my only other alternative.
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I've tried other keyboards, but always end up back at the Swype beta. The predictive text is nearly perfect, especially once it learns as you use it. I also like sliding my finger to type. So, I use it while it's free and available.
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I have also come back to Swype Beta :good:. Great layout and you can prod or swipe. Currently the Dragon Naturally Speaking add-on does not work for me - not sure if caused by the custom ROM or something else - but as I prefer to swipe it is no big loss. Only additional comment on the predictive text is it tends only to offer predictions/alternatives once you have finished swiping a word, rather that guessing part way through and offering options. It offers the additional predictive words neatly across the top of the keyboard which can be scrolled horizontally to see more.
Other option
If you'd like to try something else, go for A.I. Type. It's not free (or as good as swiftkey) but works quite well nonetheless. (The Tablet version is incredible though.) :victory:
Swpe is good listen to notsointeresting
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Swype is what most people I know use/love... there are a few for Swiftkey...
Myself? I use Hackers Keyboard... If you use prediction alot I dont think its going to be for you, but give it a try anyway if your shopping around for a replacement anyway...
What do you guys think? I really really enjoy swype like 4.2 and I do think its faster typing but I think swiftkey is more accurate making it faster.... Thoughts?
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What do you guys think? I really really enjoy swype like 4.2 and I do think its faster typing but I think swiftkey is more accurate making it faster.... Thoughts?
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SwiftKey keyboard FTW
SwiftKey.... and now that it's bringing flow... it's going to faster and accurate than swype
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No competition. Swiftkey hands down.
Best features of Swiftkey for me are the swipe-back to delete a word (seriously, so amazing) and the predictions it has. It reads my mind like no other keyboard can.
And with Flow coming, all other keyboards will be useless in comparison.
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Throw up another vote for Swiftkey. Although I do recommend you try out the upcoming 4.2 Android keyboard because it implements swype-like functionality. Swiftkey will also bring this with their "Swiftkey Flow" update that should be in beta soon.
swift key hands down i use in on all my droid devices tablet and phone, it makes life easy especially with the predictive text
I like Android 4.2.
Swiftkey 3 never seems to learn my style so to me it's just another keyboard. But other than the learning part that should be happening..when compared to other keyboards I use, it isn't that great. Can't even use it in the browser.
So Android 4.2 wins my book just because it's reliable. Once it added the feature where it'll autocorrect that space...that's when I walked right away from Swiftkey 3 because that was the ONLY thing keeping me there.
SwiftKey is the best keyboard forever.
I can type some messages without even looking at the screen. The auto correct is so good, the messages will come out correct.
I tried the latest Android keyboard and while it was nice, it was too buggy for me so I deleted it after a couple hours of dealing with FC's, the latest Swype is their best version, but imo neither come close to Swift Key 3
I'm currently typing this using the 4.2 keyboard and unfortunately I miss using swiftkey so badly that right after this, I'll revert. I mean, they did a good job but swiftkey owns it.
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I love Swiftkey ever since I adopted it a few months ago. The stock keyboard was nice, I haven't used 4.2 yet, but the whole customizable-by-social-network dictionary on Swiftkey is phenomenal. That's basically the only reason I use it for since I actively use twitter on a daily basis. Also don't forget the fact that Swiftkey can scan all your SMS messages (which means all my 15+ conversations with over 14,000 texts) and use special-case words such as the last names of friends in your dictionary. That's basically why I use Swiftkey and I don't think I'll ever go back. Plus, I never liked the whole Swype-like keyboards so I probably won't like the 4.2 keyboard at all.
I never use swype type keyboards, but the swype in the new 4.2 KB is pretty nice. I only use that feature about 10% of the time.
Also, the word prediction is pretty amazing.
I just sent a text that said 'just wanted to say Dillon really misses you' and I only had to type 4 letters of it. It predicted the rest. Crazy. Scary.
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Use both. End of the day when both hands are available I prefer swift (its predictive engine is great) but sometimes if you're carrying something and only one hand is available swyping whether it be android 4.2,slideit, swype etc are easier.
Swyping is easier when driving which we shouldn't be doing anyways lol.
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U guys see the pc option in 4.2? Buttons are a little small, but I've always wanted it. Great for writing documents...
To get it go to keyboards, android keyboard, add style, English us, PC. Then go down to Swype and select it.
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U guys see the pc option in 4.2? Buttons are a little small, but I've always wanted it. Great for writing documents...
To get it go to keyboards, android keyboard, add style, English us, PC. Then go down to Swype and select it.
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Not my cup of tea but pretty cool nevertheless
Alot more customisations then people realise.
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SwiftKey hands down. I've tried every single android keyboard from stock to swype but nothing comes close to SwiftKey. Kind of scary how good it is as previously stated.
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U guys see the pc option in 4.2? Buttons are a little small, but I've always wanted it. Great for writing documents...
To get it go to keyboards, android keyboard, add style, English us, PC. Then go down to Swype and select it.
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Weird. I can't find the 'add style' option anywhere.
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Weird. I can't find the 'add style' option anywhere.
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Advanced settings / custom input styles. There you'll find add......
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SwiftKey 3
What typing style does everyone use within Swiftkey?