This is my first android phone and I just came from a htc touch pro 2 that had a real keyboard. Now with the GS3 keyboard I'm completely lost when I'm trying to use symbols other than a .
It took me a while to notice that you got ? and ! under the . as well, but I'm still typing waaay to slow. I was actually typing "questionmark" at the end of my sentences as it's faster than actually finding the damn question mark.
So my question, you guessed it, is this: Is there a way to change the keyboard to something that includes other characters, maybe with help of a shift/alt/fn key?
Thanks!
Try downloading SwiftKey 3 from the playstore. That app helped sort my typing issues out no problem. (this is also my first android).
Thx.
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I'm downloading it now. What's the difference between the free and paid version?
As far as I'm aware the difference between paid and unpaid is the usual 'more advanced features and customisation are available with paid' . However I used the free version without any hitches for a week. After which I wanted to pay for it because it's one of the best apps on my android (I'm a terrible texter) and the devs deserve my money.
I hope it helps you as it helped me.
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OP: If you actually read the description in the store, you will see that in the case of Swiftkey, the free version is a month free trial of the full version. Given that they've got a bit of a sale on at the moment, you might want to give the free version a quick try and buy it soon-ish if you like it.
Been using their keyboards (phone and tablet) for many months and I it's well worth the price, though I'm still adjusting to the new version
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I just bought it after using it this afternoon for a while... much better than the original keyboard. Still, if someone knows any keyboard that actually utilizes a (multitouch?) shiftkey, let me know
A.I. type keyboard for the win
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I don't know how else to explain it. I honestly think my screen calibration is off in some fashion with regards to keyboard input. I've tried changing the keyboards and I continue to miss letters left and right.
I figured with a larger screen that this would be much less of an issue but (not exaggerating) 50% of the time I go to key in a letter above the spacebar, it registers the space instead of the respective letter. I also have issues with hitting the return symbol when trying to backspace.
I hate to admit it but I never had anywhere close to these kinds of problems on iOS. I refuse to go back to that platform but I SMS way too much and this might be the factor that sends me back. Voice works pretty well but I much prefer to type.
Any suggestions?
Try swype.
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I thought that j was ghd only one having this issue until I read your post. There is definitely something going on with the keyboard cause I ne er had these issues with my captivate.
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Try swype.
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Yeah I've tried Swype a bit and not really a fan. I type too many abbreviations and it still requires you to initially tap on the first letter which is where the problems I'm having occur.
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I don't know how else to explain it. I honestly think my screen calibration is off in some fashion with regards to keyboard input. I've tried changing the keyboards and I continue to miss letters left and right.
I figured with a larger screen that this would be much less of an issue but (not exaggerating) 50% of the time I go to key in a letter above the spacebar, it registers the space instead of the respective letter. I also have issues with hitting the return symbol when trying to backspace.
I hate to admit it but I never had anywhere close to these kinds of problems on iOS. I refuse to go back to that platform but I SMS way too much and this might be the factor that sends me back. Voice works pretty well but I much prefer to type.
Any suggestions?
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Are you using the Samsung keyboard? If so I would download the gingerbread keyboard from the market and that should fix your problem. When I use the Samsung Keyboard for a lack of a better word I feel like a retard I can't spell or anything.
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had the same issue but only with the android keyboard when i switched to the samsung keybopard and turned off all the auto correct crap my issues went away but i did have horrible accuracy issues
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I don't know how else to explain it. I honestly think my screen calibration is off in some fashion with regards to keyboard input. I've tried changing the keyboards and I continue to miss letters left and right.
I figured with a larger screen that this would be much less of an issue but (not exaggerating) 50% of the time I go to key in a letter above the spacebar, it registers the space instead of the respective letter. I also have issues with hitting the return symbol when trying to backspace.
I hate to admit it but I never had anywhere close to these kinds of problems on iOS. I refuse to go back to that platform but I SMS way too much and this might be the factor that sends me back. Voice works pretty well but I much prefer to type.
Any suggestions?
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I'm having similar issues :-(
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Yes I have the same problem with the Android keyboard. I am still not sure if it is a bug or if I have to become used to it. It doesn't happen all the time.
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I noticed that the android keyboard does have this problem but the samsung keyboard does not.
Yes but the Samsung keys are larger that could be a reason.
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I have the same problem, I thought it was just me.
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tap the abbreviation in Swype and add it to your dictionary, then just Swype it
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Ill chime in and say Ive got the same issues as well.
Im gonna try the Samsung keyboard instead for a while.
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Thanks all, I'll give the Samsung kb another go. Glad at least to see that I'm not the only one having this challenge...
The thing I don't like about the Samsung keyboard is the bar that keeps popping up and going away, making the screen size change. I also really like being able go tap a ? without having to press the alt key. I'm going to try the Gingerbread keyboard in the market, it worked great ln froyo. Now that I know I am not fat fingering everything.
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Thanks all, I'll give the Samsung kb another go. Glad at least to see that I'm not the only one having this challenge...
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I must have tested a dozen different keyboards not only with this new SGS2
phone but on my two previous phones (Captivate and Infuse) and I have
found that nothing is as good as the Samsung Keyboard unless someone
happens to be a wizkid or someone has fingers as thin as a pencil.
For average people there is nothing as good as the stock samsung keyboard.
One of the reasons for this is that the size of the letters on the samsung
keyboard are noticabley larger.
Another reason is that when you use those keyboards from the market
they all have a slight but noticable delay when pressing the keys.
I loaded gingerbread keyboard from the market. Yes, its basically the same as the android keyboard, but performance has been much better for me.
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There is another issue with the android keyboard when you have 2 input languages installed. It switches by itself the input language without a swipe of the spacebar.
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I have issues to. I have tried the stock android, Samsung, gingerbread, touchpal, swiftkey, and perfect. They all suffer from the same issues. HTC has a calibration app I was hoping to find here. Anybody? Oh and i hate swype.
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I loaded gingerbread keyboard from the market. Yes, its basically the same as the android keyboard, but performance has been much better for me.
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Yeah, after a few text messages I finally no longer feel I am insane, the one on the market has zero lag, and presses the keys I expect it to.
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When switching from my Nexus S to the Note the first thing I noticed is that quite a few of my typing entries are missed and I can't tell if this is because of a faulty device or my fingers being used to a more sensitive device, and therefore I need to learn to press harder. Has anyone else noticed a change in typing abilities? I'm using Swiftkey X, not for tablets.
When I'm typing I get regularly frustrated because I have to slow down, delete a word and fix whatever errors resulted.
I hope I'm not alone in my madness.
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Pressing harder won't do anything with a capacitive screen. What keyboard are you using? If you are using the Samsung keyboard, that one has never been without some glitchiness for me. Try the android keyboard, or try one of the ics keyboards from the market. Those two are my favorites. Just experiment with various keyboards, because if you are using the Samsung keyboard I'm sure that's the problem.
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Oops, didn't see you're using swiftkey. I've had issues with that compared to the ones I suggested as well on my infuse.
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lolol I had a SkyRocket and now Note ...I also had the same trouble when I migrated but now everything is fine.
It happens with a new device....hang in there you'll get accustomed to the new sexy Note
the issue with swiftkey is the res of our screens. i dont have many typing mistakes
Okay, I'll give it some time thanks all.
Hopefully I can adjust faster lol, I'm typing as slow as my mother probably does.
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Hey guys I just got me new note! I noticed that it feels substantially different using simple applications, typing, moving around, etc. Obviously it's going to be different given the size of the phone so I don't have a problem with it! My question is, what applications/downloads are you guys using to help make the whole experience of using a phone of this size more comfortable for you? Are you using a different keyboard, different launcher, different application, etc. I'm curious to know!
I'm picking mine up in a few hours so I'll report back but I do plan on loading Thumb Keyboard asap. It made thumb typing on the HTC View quick and comfortable so I'm assuming it'll be a nice addition to the Note.
A.I.keyboard is a must
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aw snapz welcome 2 da fam bam!
AI Keyboard is ok but Swype keyboard with the phone is pretty good.
Swype & Thumb Keyboard > *
Oh yeah get Juice Defender. Can't go wrong with losing 1% an hour on standby! 5 hours screen time! I set my settings on Aggressive.
Thanks for the tips guys! I'm using the thumb keyboard right now and wow I didn't expect this phone to take this long to get used to. Not a bad thing I'm really enjoying it
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Driggity420 said:
A.I.keyboard is a must
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I bought a lot of keyboards when they were having the christmas 10 cents deals, and after trying all of them, the A.I keyboard is the best....
I'm using GO Launcher EX and Swype
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The only things I've done is the DAG kernel, CWM, and the Saurom mod. I've been extremely pleased. I'm still using the stock swype keyboard (I tried the SlideIT keyboard but prefer swype). Using the Saurom rom mod with overclocking (i'm stable at 1.83ghz) things are incredibly smooth and totally worth the upgrade.
Hi everybody, TouchType Ltd. have decided to release their latest beta for the ever popular SwiftKey today for free
Seeing as the demand for the beta is hammering their servers, I decided to upload the .apk to my dropbox for everybody to enjoy. Just download and install like you would with any other app
Here's the file: http://db.tt/GHjXdQi7
FYI, this is a FREE, OPEN beta and therefore this is a FREE APP. I understand the rules of xda, and I do not condone or promote pirating in any way!
I got it from them and I really like it so far.
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I got it from them and I really like it so far.
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+1 By far their best release. It's kept me off swype for a whole 2 hours so far. That might be a record
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Typing this on the new version of swift k x. THIS IS AMAZING. Thanks for sharing with us...
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I bought swift key x, for some odd reason i can't get away from the stock android keyboard.
I like it, but think I still prefer Perfect Keyboard. It seems to me the new smart space feature in the Swiftkey is a little too agressive. I sometimes end up getting spaces where I didn't want them.
i guess i'm the only one who thought it's terrible? I tried it to see if its any better than AI Type that I've been using for over a year. I switched back.
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I like it, but think I still prefer Perfect Keyboard. It seems to me the new smart space feature in the Swiftkey is a little too agressive. I sometimes end up getting spaces where I didn't want them.
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It hasn't given me any unwanted spaces yet. I am really pleased.
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It hasn't given me any unwanted spaces yet. I am really pleased.
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Ha ha...I typically have the opposite problem with swiftkey products - try to add 2 spaces after a sentence and end up with a predicted word instead. I always have to turn off "space bar inserts predicted word" because of this, and it kinda hinders the usability of swiftkey.
Made it about 14 hours (8 of which I was sleeping) before going back to swype
SwiftKey works really well for me. Swype is annoying and the samsung keyboard is awful.
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GeorgeP said:
It seems to me the new smart space feature in the Swiftkey is a little too agressive. I sometimes end up getting spaces where I didn't want them.
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^^^^this - tried renaming a file and it decided for me that I was trying for a sentence - I need to see if it can be toned down.
Loving it so far! thanks
Thanks for posting this. Glad to see more themes.
I like it so far but I don't like how it inserts spaces after I choose a word and how there isn't a long press question mark key.
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Someone please tell me how this differs from Swype?
Positives?
Negatives?
simplicityy said:
Someone please tell me how this differs from Swype?
Positives?
Negatives?
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Swyper - NO SWYPING!
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This keyboard is awesome
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AntwanL said:
I like it so far but I don't like how it inserts spaces after I choose a word and how there isn't a long press question mark key.
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I was confused about the question mark too, but today I realized that if you swipe the period key to the left, it automatically uses the other available punctuation depending on how far you swipe. Pretty cool
It took some getting used to, but u love this feature now.
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I was confused about the question mark too, but today I realized that if you swipe the period key to the left, it automatically uses the other available punctuation depending on how far you swipe. Pretty cool
It took some getting used to, but u love this feature now.
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I didn't like that - I also don't know why they swapped the mic button and the number/symbol button. And there's no way I can find to turn off the aggressive parsing of one word/filename into a sentence.
I went back to the original Swiftkey - new is not always better
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I didn't like that - I also don't know why they swapped the mic button and the number/symbol button. And there's no way I can find to turn off the aggressive parsing of one word/filename into a sentence.
I went back to the original Swiftkey - new is not always better
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Well, it's a beta. Maybe it will get better. I love that the space bar is longer. That used to always trip me up. Plus I don't even need a space bar anymore. Lol.
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I would like to recommend a nice keyboard replacement for the Note.
[Home Page]
http://www.mobiletextinput.com/Product/What_is_SlideIT/
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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dasur.slideit.vt.lite&&feature=dasur_website
I had actually purchased this keyboard for a Dell Streak 7 I owned. I sold the Streak and had forgotten about this great keyboard until I was going through my email's and ran across the link / activation from where I had purchased it.
Anyway long story short, the version is now up to 4.5, it's skinnable and has many free skins to choose from. Also hand writing recognition like Samsung's keyboard. You can also set your own landscape / portrait layouts as well.
There is a 15 day free trial to see if it suits you, just thought I might recommend this, my old activation key worked with the newest version, if any of you guys have used it on previous devices your license will transfer fine.
Try it out and leave your comments here.
You like it better than swype?
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You like it better than swype?
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Nope!
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I do but then again that's just me, if you look at the memory footprint it uses less than swype, has as many features and seems faster, but then again, my opinions are my own, just sharing knowledge I find.
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You like it better than swype?
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I like the spacebar being offset to the right so i dont type.and.hit.the.period.button.all.the.time.
I've tried this as well as SwiftKey as alternatives to Swype. So far, Swype is still my #1.
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I've tried this as well as SwiftKey as alternatives to Swype. So far, Swype is still my #1.
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+1 Swype is still best. Swift is a good alternative to a stock keyboard, but not close to Swype in my opinion.
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Used this for a while on my Captivate. It was slow compared to Swype so I haven't touched it again.
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I to have grown fond of Swype, so fast and fluid.