It only appears when typing. Using d3rp rom, everyone seems to hate this notification, but I find it very useful. I doubt it, but is there any way to get it back without flashing different rom? Is there a system apk that handles this that could be replaced without breaking the rom.
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I think that happens when you have more than 1 keyboard installed and no default set
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I do have more than one keyboard and on the stock rom the notification (which is a keyboard icon in the status bar) would be there regardless of default whenever a keyboard was in use. This was a highly useful feature allowing me to switch keyboards on the fly depending on input requirements. There are some really efficient keyboards that lack certain useful features like arrow keys and numberpads, being able to quickly switch keyboards is an effective way to get the best of all worlds. Why people found this so annoying is beyond me. The best I can do right now is use Tasker to replace it, but this notification will be there ALL THE TIME, not just when typing, now THAT is annoying.
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Hello, I know that there is an app which allows assigning keyboard to screen mode (potrait or landscape), but is there any app which can do the same witch application? Any help would be nice, regards.
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I assume that there is no app like this? ;P
tasker can prompt on app load
would be a good idea this would. there is a keyboard switcher that works on rotation but to have one for specific apps could prove useful
Is not it very stressful having to use different keyboards for different apps?I can not see the benefits.
Me too
I also want this feature on my note 8. The reason is, I want Samsung keybord in Lecture notes, to have the awsome text recognition feature. And SwiftKey keyboard for everything else!
What app switches depending on orientation, as said in op?
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I thought about writing one a while back but got pushed into other projects I feel it should be fairly simple what you would want to do is set the app as default keyboard then inside the app you would choose which keyboard you want and then the app itself would just call the input from that keyboard
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Tasker + SecureSettings can do on app and on orientation.
Instructions for Tasker + Secure Settings
Here's how to do it using Tasker & Secure Settings: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=45570023&postcount=4
How about this? Not free though.
Keyboard Manager Plus
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ne0fhykLabs.android.utility.kmplus
Well, Swiftkey X has lost its appeal to me.
What are some of the best keyboards out there that, as odd a request as it might seem, are also light on system resources?
I just like a snappy keyboard that doesn't take two seconds to pop up or disappear, and doesn't 'stumble' when typing (no input for a sec, then all of a sudden puts in your last 3 strokes).
I don't need much in terms of theming, but the one thing I found with Swiftkey that I REALLY fell in love with was the ability to change the long key press time threshold...for example, I decreased it from like 500ms to 250ms...it makes typing for me a whole lot faster. Are there any other keyboards with that?
Thanks for your input fellas.
My swipe pops up right away. However, I HATE typing passwords or usernames with it. I know that doesn't really help, as I cna't find any keyboards I like... I can't stand swiftkey, especially with the browser, as that .com is ALWAYS in the way when I try to search. For general use, I like the stock keyboard actually... its less laggy than the froyo one was, but it still is a bit laggy...
i used for a while go keyboard, but now i'm using thumb keyboard 4 and it's highly customizable, fast no lags, perfect for my big fingers
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i used for a while go keyboard, but now i'm using thumb keyboard 4 and it's highly customizable, fast no lags, perfect for my big fingers
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I've been eyeing that one and think I'll check out the free demo/trial they have.
Unfortunately, Mgamerz, I kinda don't like any swype keyboards. I actually tried going back to it for a while when Swiftkey started fading and still couldn't get into it.
Thanks for the input guys.
I'm using thumb keyboard and its pretty good. Really like the portrait layout, making it soeasy to type.
It would be much better if it let me customize every single keys so I can make my own layout or keys that I use often.
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Go keyboard is best for me. You have swipe, you can adjust intensity of vibration you have everything.
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I'm using thumb keyboard and its pretty good. Really like the portrait layout, making it soeasy to type.
It would be much better if it let me customize every single keys so I can make my own layout or keys that I use often.
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Well I was mistaken, there is no demo.
But you like it? Never ran into any lag? I see a review here and there that says it lags but it was literally only like 2, and one of them was using the LG optimus (the little crappy one T-mobile has, I think)
@knjigo: You're right...I don't like swyping though. Plus, I'm actually referring not to the length of the vibration feedback, but to how long it takes for, say, when I press a letter at the top with a number mapped "under" it for the long keypress, I could actually change how long I had to wait while pressing the letter to get the number to pop up.
I like it. Using it since alien rom and now I'm using cm7. I have experienced NO lag at all on this beast.
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Any of you know a good keyboard that doesn't take up the whole space in landscape? I love swype, but hate the fact that it takes up the whole space -__-
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I like it. Using it since alien rom and now I'm using cm7. I have experienced NO lag at all on this beast.
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Awesome. Glad to hear.
Can anybody offer a comparison between Thumb Keyboard and another keyboard called Perfect Keyboard?
i got Smart Keyboard can change sizes and nice theme. and i tested all the keyboards and thats the only one i like if u want it msg me and ill get u apk for it.
I use FlexT9 - It works great - even in browsers and typing usernames/passwords (just type like a regular keyboard) and its a "swype" style keyboard.
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I use FlexT9 - It works great - even in browsers and typing usernames/passwords (just type like a regular keyboard) and its a "swype" style keyboard.
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+1 for flexT9
Keyboard from Android 2.3 in the market (Steven Lin) I have the paid ver, but you can also try the light ver. It's the lightest and fastest for me
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ai type keyboard beta with windows 7 theme. no lag at all. i was using go but this is like freaking amazing!!!
I have used multiling keyboard after testing a bunch in the beginning. I think it doesn't get enough attention. No lag, and highly customizable....including the length of long press!
Also doesn't take full screen in landscape.
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+1 for Smart Keyboard...nice themes and pretty light weight.
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I have used multiling keyboard after testing a bunch in the beginning. I think it doesn't get enough attention. No lag, and highly customizable....including the length of long press!
Also doesn't take full screen in landscape.
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Indeed, multiling keyboard is nice too, I have it installed it to use it with the thai characters, it's also free.
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perfect keyboard well its just perfect and totally customizable
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perfect keyboard well its just perfect and totally customizable
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+1 for perfect keyboard
im using the latest ruu leak (ics) and everytime i open the keyboard to type the input keyboard icon shows up in the statusbar... anyone else have this problem? how can i fix it?
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Mine does this as well. I just thougt it was an ics thing.
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It is an Ics thing nothing u can do about it without a mod
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They got rid of the long press on text box to change input method...its in a pull down on status bar now
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Ok, thanks.. thats lame tho lol!
From what I heard is that if you only have 1 keyboard enabled then it won't show up. For me though, when I only have 1 keyboard enabled sometimes the icon will be there and sometimes not...buggy.
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From what I heard is that if you only have 1 keyboard enabled then it won't show up. For me though, when I only have 1 keyboard enabled sometimes the icon will be there and sometimes not...buggy.
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Its probably because HTC sense screws with ics too much
FWIW - It doesnt happen on SlimRom with the default keyboard, but does happen with the TouchPal keyboard.....
good to know. im planning on flashing slimrom in a couple days after the verizon engineers heck out LTE in my area
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I could be completely wrong about this but my understanding of the keyboard icon in your taskbar was happening because you have an "installed" keyboard. It's not stock. The keyboard application is what is putting that icon there.
Well, lets just say Im not going to use the HTC keyboard.. I installed the ICS keyboard from the market, and am using it until, I decide if I wanna flash a new rom (aka slimrom) that has the aosp keyboard built in.
I saw this in the n7000 forums and I think we need this in our lives.
saw what?
Hahaha.Port what?
X
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1968561
Whoops. Lack of focus.
I believe the devs are already working on it :good::fingers-crossed::laugh:
I believe paranoid let's you choose which apps you want in tablet mode.
Why would you want onscreen buttons when you already have physical buttons? Seems like a waste of screen space to me.
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On screen buttons allow navigation using the spen on non touchwiz ROMs.
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First, yes paranoid allows you to choose DPI, tablet mode, and large screen per app.
Second, it has an optional nav bar, but...
Third, it supports spen gestures.
I recommend it.
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Did we lose the ability to switch keyboards in the settings menu? In the 4.4 update because I having a hard time trying to change the keyboard.
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Did we lose the ability to switch keyboards in the settings menu? In the 4.4 update because I having a hard time trying to change the keyboard.
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It's still there under settings / language and keyboard on my stock phone.
Just remember, there are two steps to activate the keyboard. First make it available in settings. Then choose to use it by staying to type (in any app), pull down the notifications bar, and select the input method. I always forget the second step, if it makes you feel better.