Hi all,
I am a new user of Archos 101 here, today I just realized that whenever I connect an external keyboard to my Archos, the on screen keyboard is not displayed anymore. How do I make it is displayed again? Meaning I want to have both method of input at the same time, the external keyboard and on screen keyboard.
Yes, I know most people will prefer to disable the onscreen keyboard while the external keyboard is connected But this time, I need both..
FYI, I'm using the default Android keyboard.
Any help will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks a lot
Same issue here...
I have a need for both a hardware keyboard and the onscreen keyboard available at the same time as well. I love the device and this is the only thing holding me back from using it much more effectively.
FWIW, on my T-Mobile G2, I can't use the touch keyboard when the physical keyboard is folded out.
no one have the solution?
I'm using a 3rd party software keyboard and every time I plug my Transformer into the dock or turn it on with the dock connected, I get a message saying I should use the ASUS soft keyboard for "compatibility reasons." Can you turn this notification off? It's annoying.
I was just writing a post about this when I saw yours. When I have a 3rd party keyboard enabled the dock keyboard wont work. Can you confirm this?
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I was just writing a post about this when I saw yours. When I have a 3rd party keyboard enabled the dock keyboard wont work. Can you confirm this?
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No, I cannot. My dock keyboard works just fine. I just have to hit "Okay" on the notification to make it go away.
I am running the Hacker's Keyboard, by the way. What are you using? I can try it out to see if I get the same error.
So i wanted to share with you what mouse and keyboard i am using to make easier find working moude and keyboard. Mouse i am using is Microsoft sculpt touch and keyboard is samsung galaxy tab 2 10.1 keyboard dock. I jope this helped you to find mouse and keyboard.
I use a Rii RT-UMK-100-BT bluetooth keyboard with built in touchpad. Like a mini version of a Logitech K400. My case is an Otterbox, so it has a built in stand. This setup works great for portable use and is like a mini laptop! I have a GT2 7
PS - a logitech k400 will not connect to our tablets without using a usb otg adapter and the dongle that comes with the keyboard. Hoping to save someone a headache of finding out the hard way like i did.
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Wow Guys this method of using the tablet looks way more fun
Zagnutty said:
I use a Rii RT-UMK-100-BT bluetooth keyboard with built in touchpad. Like a mini version of a Logitech K400. My case is an Otterbox, so it has a built in stand. This setup works great for portable use and is like a mini laptop! I have a GT2 7
PS - a logitech k400 will not connect to our tablets without using a usb otg adapter and the dongle that comes with the keyboard. Hoping to save someone a headache of finding out the hard way like i did.
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Have you had any issues typing and having the on screen keyboard pop up? I have tried several roms and stock and even with null keyboard or other equivalents installed, whenever I'm typing eventually the on-screen keyboard pops up taking over the whole screen.
Wish there was a way around this as I would like to use this more instead of my laptop. (I have a bluetooth keyboard)
I need a mouse and a keyboard for my GT2 7.0"
I don't like the crappy-small keyboars because I can't use it for my work.
Are there something that can work 100% with the bluetooth? Because the battery drain really fast with usb OTG and i prefer to charge the tablet during this operations.
Budget: 15/20€ or 20/25$
zeroeffect9k said:
Have you had any issues typing and having the on screen keyboard pop up? I have tried several roms and stock and even with null keyboard or other equivalents installed, whenever I'm typing eventually the on-screen keyboard pops up taking over the whole screen.
Wish there was a way around this as I would like to use this more instead of my laptop. (I have a bluetooth keyboard)
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Null input method or external keyboard helper in play store
You need to choose it after downloaded, and i'm sure they works because i'm using right now
Did anyone try:
1. Samsung ful size, no numeric, bt keyboard (with dedicated android keys)
2. Apple bt keyboard
3. Original tab 1 (7 and 10) dedicated dock-like keyboards (same - with android keys)
with tab 2 7.0?
Marecki_ said:
Did anyone try:
1. Samsung ful size, no numeric, bt keyboard (with dedicated android keys)
2. Apple bt keyboard
3. Original tab 1 (7 and 10) dedicated dock-like keyboards (same - with android keys)
with tab 2 7.0?
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I'm using the apple BT keyboard. Pairs right up and works well.
FYI, the Apple BT keyboard model I'm using is the model A1314. It pairs with the OEM Samsung 4.1.2 OS, and CyanogenMod 10.2 nightly (I'm currently using 10-2-20131108-NIGHTLY-p5110)
To get the Apple BT keyboard to pair, I had to remove the batteries for a moment, re-install them, power on the keyboard and scan for new devices on the tablet. It paired within a few seconds of scanning.
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zeroeffect9k said:
Have you had any issues typing and having the on screen keyboard pop up? I have tried several roms and stock and even with null keyboard or other equivalents installed, whenever I'm typing eventually the on-screen keyboard pops up taking over the whole screen.
Wish there was a way around this as I would like to use this more instead of my laptop. (I have a bluetooth keyboard)
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I currently and using CyanogenMod 10.2, and find I only need to press the down button (left of the home button on the bottom) to remove the on-screen keyboard, then I can type with the whole screen visible in mail or firefox or 2X (an RDP client I use).
Chrome and the built-in browser also will allow the on-screen keyboard to be removed. BUT you must hit the TAB key to get BT keyboard input to work after pressing the down button on the bottom of the screen to remove the on-screen keyboard.
Desktop Theme
I found this WIndows 7 desktop layout best suited for mouse and keyboard use. :good:
Hello, I read that many people like the Logitech PRO keyboard. It seems to be a bit heavy. Generally speaking, which is better? The official samsung keyboard or the Logitech PRO keyboard?
Depends on your use. I prefer the Samsung one, much thinner. The logitech makes the whole package too thick.
On the other hand the Logitech has the better keyboard and offers better protection for bothe the front and back.
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Thanks. Do both of them have automatic on/off, copy and paste keys?
The Logitech Pro definitely makes the entire package more book-like, and it also only has one angle setting AND it does not support portrait mode. Those are the only knocks against it, though. I love the keyboard. I use my Note PRO 12.2 for work and having a keyboard every bit as good as a laptop's is the critical feature for me.
The only thing I'm struggling with is trying to remap the hotkeys to my preferred apps. I want the internet key to launch Habit Browser not stock browser, for example. I know it's doable but I haven't had time to really grapple with it.
Hello, unfortunately my options for keyboards are limited. The Logitech PRO is not available in my city.
This is my first tablet. How useful it is to have Android keys on the keyboard? There are two main types:
1) Android specific keyboards such as:
a) Samsung Galaxy Bluetooth keyboard (0.8lb)
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-tab-accessories/BKB-10USWEGXAR
b) Samsung Compact Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard(not sure if the spec is correct 0.96lb)
http://www.samsung.com/us/computer/pcs-accessories/AA-SK7PWBB/US
I tried this one. It is very light but the keys are a bit too close. Easy to make mistakes.
2) Android compatible keyboards such as:
Logitech Bluetooth Illuminated Keyboard K810
http://www.logitech.com/en-us/product/bluetooth-illuminated-keyboard-k810?crid=26
I tried it today. Not sure about the weight compared with the Samsung's but the keys are very comfortable to type.
I am trying to choose between these three. Any suggestion?
Hello,
Which of the following two Samsung keyboard is comfortable to type and lightweight?
1. Samsung Galaxy Bluetooth Keyboard EE-BT550
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-tab-accessories/EE-BT550UBEGUJ
2. Samsung Galaxy Bluetooth Keyboard BKB-10USWEGXAR
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-tab-accessories/BKB-10USWEGXAR
I tried the NotePRO 12.2 Keyboard Cover with keyboard. Although it is light, it is not comfortable to type on due to the long raised strip from the ctrl key to the end arrow key. See the photo:
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-tab-accessories/EE-CP905UWEGUJ
Does the Logitech PRO keyboard has this problem? Too bad they don't make a white version. My device is in white color.
The Logitech Bluetooth Illuminated Keyboard K810 is very comfortable to type on but heavier to carry than the above mentioned Samsung keyboards.
Thanks.
As a writer, I've been using the samsung bkb10 bt kb and love it. It's light, fast, with great tactile feel, and it has a number of hot keys for the note pro 12.2. It's white and I use it with the great samsung s action mouse. My black 32 gb tab is in a black moko slim case. I didn't want a permanent case-kb like the logitech. I can fit my tab, kb and mouse in a bag a little over an inch thick. Together, the case, kb and mouse cost me $65.00. It's a great set up.
hajime_android said:
Hello,
Which of the following two Samsung keyboard is comfortable to type and lightweight?
1. Samsung Galaxy Bluetooth Keyboard EE-BT550
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-tab-accessories/EE-BT550UBEGUJ
2. Samsung Galaxy Bluetooth Keyboard BKB-10USWEGXAR
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-tab-accessories/BKB-10USWEGXAR
I tried the NotePRO 12.2 Keyboard Cover with keyboard. Although it is light, it is not comfortable to type on due to the long raised strip from the ctrl key to the end arrow key. See the photo:
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-tab-accessories/EE-CP905UWEGUJ
Does the Logitech PRO keyboard has this problem? Too bad they don't make a white version. My device is in white color.
The Logitech Bluetooth Illuminated Keyboard K810 is very comfortable to type on but heavier to carry than the above mentioned Samsung keyboards.
Thanks.
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I too am a writer and I'm trying to get by with the Logitech Pro. I opted against the Samsung keyboard because of its raised edges on the lower corners. So far it's a mixed bag. It's just fast enough for me, comfortable and quiet. However, it doesn't put the device to sleep when you close it, doesn't have an obvious (or possibly any) way to reassign macro buttons and the browser macro button always asks you to choose the browser you want if you have more than one installed.
Agrajag27 said:
doesn't have an obvious (or possibly any) way to reassign macro buttons and the browser macro button always asks you to choose the browser you want if you have more than one installed.
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You can try External Keyboard Helper Pro for that
Spere, do you say that because you've found it to work? Frankly, I grabbed the demo and am entirely confused by it. I don't see anything about how to reassign buttons. I tried to scan the keyboard scan code but it doesn't work. Instead of providing a scan code it just loads the app Logitech assigned. Makes me think it's hard-coded.
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Spere, do you say that because you've found it to work? Frankly, I grabbed the demo and am entirely confused by it. I don't see anything about how to reassign buttons. I tried to scan the keyboard scan code but it doesn't work. Instead of providing a scan code it just loads the app Logitech assigned. Makes me think it's hard-coded.
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I said it as an idea. I use that app with my old Logitech keyboard. If buttons seems to be hard coded, don't know would shortcut be changeable if you somehow find key codes for those button? I can also try it tomorrow..
For what it's worth, I spoke to Logitech support today and they essentially were useless. They said this keyboard has hard-coded application keys that cannot be changed and that the browser bug isn't a bug. The old, it's a feature! You get to pick which browser you want every single time you hit the button.
Does Samsung Keyboard support Arabic?
hi,
just a quick question, does any of both Samsung Keyboards support Arabic? or can be added in any way?
Thanks
Shaderach said:
The Logitech Pro definitely makes the entire package more book-like, and it also only has one angle setting AND it does not support portrait mode. Those are the only knocks against it, though. I love the keyboard. I use my Note PRO 12.2 for work and having a keyboard every bit as good as a laptop's is the critical feature for me.
The only thing I'm struggling with is trying to remap the hotkeys to my preferred apps. I want the internet key to launch Habit Browser not stock browser, for example. I know it's doable but I haven't had time to really grapple with it.
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Settings > General > Default Applications
Just change default internet browser
pirata****zu said:
Settings > General > Default Applications
Just change default internet browser
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Here's my question: Have you tried this yourself or just basing this on common knowledge? Why do I ask? Because, at least for me and on every Note Pro I've tried with that keyboard (took it to the store to try a few units) that doesn't work.
One of the main bugs of the keyboard is that when you hit the Browser macro button, it doesn't matter what browser is set as the default. It's going to pop up a dialog box asking you to choose the default. No matter what you hit next (Always or Just Once) it will ask again and again and again. It's actually in your best interest to say Just Once. Why? Because wasting your time by saying Always will just cause another box to pop up telling you how to clear the default setting later if you don't want that. Saying Just Once at least skips that step.
I'd be curious to see what would happen if you only have one browser installed but both "Internet" and "Chrome" come preinstalled on the device so there's no testing that unless you root and freeze one of them. I haven't had the need to root yet so I haven't.
Agrajag27 said:
I'd be curious to see what would happen if you only have one browser installed but both "Internet" and "Chrome" come preinstalled on the device so there's no testing that unless you root and freeze one of them. I haven't had the need to root yet so I haven't.
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If I'm right, you don't need to have root to freeze Chrome
Go settings - general - applications - all - find Chrome from list and choose it - select Turn Off
I don't have my NP with me right now, so I'm not sure if that path is correct, but you'll find it
Spere said:
If I'm right, you don't need to have root to freeze Chrome
Go settings - general - applications - all - find Chrome from list and choose it - select Turn Off
I don't have my NP with me right now, so I'm not sure if that path is correct, but you'll find it
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Thanks for that. It actually helped gain more insight into the problem but doesn't actually provide a solution.
So, turning off Chrome allows the Browser key to work without annoyance. The only problem is, it only works for the default Browser called "Internet". There is no way to turn off that browser.
It got me wondering about the other keys. I want my own calendar app to launch but turning off the default calendar seems risky.
I have the Logitech keyboard and I really like it. I was worried about the extra weight and thickness but I'm glad I went with this one. It feels more like an actual notebook in terms of utility because it's easier to bring it around with me or throw in a bag without it getting damaged.
There are a couple issues that I did have which may not be specific to this keyboard. One was that when you hit space while still holding down shift it does not insert a space and instead displays the current language which is super annoying (apparently I hit space before releasing shift A LOT). You can fix this by simply changing to a different virtual keyboard app (eg: the default google keyboard or swiftkey). The other issue I had is that the back button is in the position where you normally have escape key but it doesn't always seem to function the same as escape would. I think it is actually a different key code. I fixed that by remapping caps lock to escape (so now I have no caps lock but I never use that anyways).
Has anyone got the F1-F12 function keys to work with this? So far when I hit FN+MACRO it will just open the browser or calendar or whatever.. I was hoping this wouldn't be the case.
The ZAGG keyboard and Samsung keyboard has blue F1-F12 keys on them, so I was hoping this one would function that way also.. It's really annoying when using remote desktop.
So far I haven't been able to find any way to remap the keys on this thing..
I'm really hoping some more keyboard options emerge for this tablet..
I'm afraid we're all pretty screwed with this tablet with regard to keyboards. The Samsung keyboard is fully functional but doesn't hold the tablet. It just sits in a slot in the keyboard so it's unstable when sitting in bed, etc. The Zagg is very low quality and this one is the best of the lot but has a number of seemingly permanent problems that Logitech appears to have zero interest in addressing. I used to have some pull over there years ago but now my e-mail to upper management didn't even get a reply.