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I'm a massive phone texter and am having trouble finding a good easy to use keyboard and was just wondering if anyone had any suggestions
Thanks
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I've tried Swype, HTC's default, Swiftkey (paid) and few others. By far and away, my favorite keyboard is the Gingerbread (Android 2.3 default) keyboard.
+1 Gingerbread Keyboard
- HTC Evo 4G
I have fully tested the Desire Z and despite has a small keyboard it´s better than any on-screen keyboard.
If you don´t have big fingers will be perfect
I'm currently using better keyboard 8 but still not too satisfactory
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Swype is the only thing I miss about android.
z33dev33l said:
Swype is the only thing I miss about android.
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That I can understand
I couldn't get on with the basic android keyboard (it's like the WP7 keyboard) missing numbers off the top row etc so installed swype, and while the numbers are in the wrong place, it did make typing easier, especially when on the move.
Much as I like the Sense keyboard I think I'm going to go back to swype simply for ease of use.
I've tested a few and Swype is by far my favorite. Swype is other keyboards as T9 was to the regular ABC input.
Has anyone tried 'thumb keyboard'?
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Brandon168 said:
I1 Gingerbread Keyboard
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I concur, although it took some getting used to coming from HTC's version. Once I disabled the speech input to get my comma back I was happy.
Gingerbread Keyboard > All.
I love the Gingerbread keyboard; that and smart keyboard pro for all of the customizations you have with it.
Using Ginger right now on my Nexis and love it though.
Swype is by far the best. Took some time getting used to but it's much faster I find than regular typing
I'm totally clumsy with any keyboard i use so i just go with whatever looks best
I have adjusted to Swype by now and am pretty fast....plus I am not in a habit of forgetting spellings due to shortening to words!
Guys, does anybody know a keyboard that works like old phones with a keypad on them? Where it had 1-9 and letters on them. If you tap twice on 2 you get B, tap three on 6 and you'd get O etc.
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IMHO gingerbread keyboard is the best
What makes the gingerbread keyboard the best?
It doesn't look much different to the froyo keyboard, other than having numbers along the top row?
I'm a big time texter, probably 3000+ texts per month, and using Swype changed my life. (sounds like those cheesy commercials lmao)
I use the better keyboard 8, as well.
Recently just flashed a ROM onto my phone and it has gingerbread keyboard on it, so i'm mixed between the two. Gingerbread seems a lot more responsive.
When I've used Gingerbread ROM's I've enjoyed the keyboard. Only if it would have easy access to function keys(colons etc.), I'd love it. Hated it at the start, but it grew on me a lot.
Just curious to know what keyboard you guys all use?
I use SwiftKey.
Swiftkey
Maybe would have been better with a poll.
Stock Android Gingerbread keyboard, the "Samsung" keyboard is a joke compared to the stock experience. Sometimes Swype, but not usually.
stock ginger keyboard here.
The awesome thing that is Swiftkey, of course !
Stock Samsung.
Swiftkey
10 Characters
SwiftKey all the way.
Tried a few and I have finally settled on SwiftKey, I used a Desire Z for 4 months so its gonna take some time getting used to a virtual keyboard again but the extra width and bigger keys is a huge help.
happel92 said:
Just curious to know what keyboard you guys all use?
I use SwiftKey.
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Swype
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By the way millions of regular users use what is selected by default which means samsung keypad or swype.
We [email protected] do not represent the average user )
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Smart Keyboard
. . . from my HTC Inspire
smart keyboard pro
the best out there!
winwiz said:
smart keyboard pro
the best out there!
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Stock Gingerbread from the Market.
I'm using the HTC_IME mod for the Desire. Used it for months and I prefer it to the installed keyboards.
dainesefreak said:
I'm using the HTC_IME mod for the Desire. Used it for months and I prefer it to the installed keyboards.
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How did you get this working, I tried just copying the one over from my old HD2 mod but then cancelled when it said touch input will replace system settings or something along those lines and now get force closes even though I've removed it. Can this work alongside the other keyboards or do you have to replace? If replace, how can I backup the standard please?
Sorry for all the questions and thanks.
AvRS said:
How did you get this working, I tried just copying the one over from my old HD2 mod but then cancelled when it said touch input will replace system settings or something along those lines and now get force closes even though I've removed it. Can this work alongside the other keyboards or do you have to replace? If replace, how can I backup the standard please?
Sorry for all the questions and thanks.
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The HTC MOD one is really good, i used it with my Galaxy S. you need this version (which i am using): .
Just a little test for the various keyboards out there, over the many months since i first got my first Galaxy s, i have tried many many different keyboards and none, except the HTC MOD one, would allow you to enter anything into the drop down 'search this thread' box on xda's full site which i always found strange, granted, you have to be in landscape and it takes a couple of touches of the box to allow you type anything, but no other keyboard i have tried will allow you to do this! I challenge anyone to find a keyboard that does.
All of you using the Swiftkey or Smartkeyboard....
I tried using both. But in the email composition application neither of those keyboards shows word suggestions...i.e. in Swift key the word prediction bar appears in all apps except email compose mode. In Smartkeyboard, the word suggestions appear in all apps except in email compose mode.
Am I the only one facing this issue???
Please help. Because of the above I am having to live with the default Samsung Keyboard.
Thanks so much for the HTC keyboard link. The stock keyboard is very frustrating. I'd tried lots of others but all had their problems. This has improved my phone tremendously!
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
SlideIT
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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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nikzDHD said:
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'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!
DjDom said:
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?
clankfu said:
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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coal686 said:
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...
I saw people talking about their Swype issues in THE CM10 thread and I just wanted to put in a word for TouchPal. Swype beta has been super laggy for me, so I was looking for an alternative. I love the prediction of Swiftkey, so I'm totally jazzed about Flow coming out, but until it does, TouchPal offers very decent prediction and quite accurate swyping. It is very responsive and fast. You can get it for free in the Play store.
I will try it. But the jelly bean keyboard is very nice too!
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I forgot to mention that TouchPal has many downloadable skins. For whatever reason, I can't stand dark keyboards and they seem to be the standard default now, so that is a big deal to me.
I've tried the jellybean keyboard. I liked it (except the color), but when I tried to save new words, it force closed on me. Any idea what might cause that?
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I forgot to mention that TouchPal has many downloadable skins. For whatever reason, I can't stand dark keyboards and they seem to be the standard default now, so that is a big deal to me.
I've tried the jellybean keyboard. I liked it (except the color), but when I tried to save new words, it force closed on me. Any idea what might cause that?
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Most likely you didn't have the correct permissions set. I might be completely wrong though.
Shabidoo said:
I forgot to mention that TouchPal has many downloadable skins. For whatever reason, I can't stand dark keyboards and they seem to be the standard default now, so that is a big deal to me.
I've tried the jellybean keyboard. I liked it (except the color), but when I tried to save new words, it force closed on me. Any idea what might cause that?
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It works well on Cm10. I think it's a problem with where the dictionary is stored
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It works well on Cm10. I think it's a problem with where the dictionary is stored
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You are totally right. It is a result of Sense not using a standard android personal dictionary. But I found this little gem in the Play store which which gives Sense that functionality. It's called User Dictionary Plugin:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vllwp.inputmethod.latin.providers.userdictionary
That gives the 4.2 keyboard full functionality on Sense ROMS. No force closes on saving new words, so woo hoo for that. This taken together with User Dictionary Manager, also in the Play store, makes the user dictionary your oyster.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.usr.dict.mgr
Yes, TouchPal is awesome. It's like Swype, with predictive text. Very nice. Only thing is it's not quite as accurate as Swype is, and trying to capitalize a word in the middle of a sentence can be a bit tricky/annoying.
ive been using touchpal for over a year - miles ahead of the competition.