Howdy all,
Im a larger guy and I was wondering what the consensus was on the best alternate keyboard for someone with big hands? I find the stock kb on the x10 always has me hitting other buttons because they are so skinny.
Nightpath said:
Howdy all,
Im a larger guy and I was wondering what the consensus was on the best alternate keyboard for someone with big hands? I find the stock kb on the x10 always has me hitting other buttons because they are so skinny.
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I say this to anyone who has a hard time using the generic keyboard. Use Swype. As long as your finger motions are correct and intentional, you will spell the correct word. It becomes easier for larger words since it autocorrects.Try swype, it is actually faster that using a qwerty keyboard once you get use to it.
a desktop keyboard? r u like gozzila? my fingers are HUGE and the modded HTC keyboard is more than perfect for me
Smart keyboard
mmk92 said:
a desktop keyboard? r u like gozzila? my fingers are HUGE and the modded HTC keyboard is more than perfect for me
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6'1" 240 Pounds military, yeah Im kind of large.
Can I find any of these on the android marketplace?
for swype you will need to register at beta.swype.com, I know the website says registration is closed but they approved my account within a day of registration
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Better keyboard is great for my fat fingers lol. ;-)
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for swype you will need to register at beta.swype.com, I know the website says registration is closed but they approved my account within a day of registration
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I registered, now I hope to get in on it. Tried before but never got a response.
try this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=624416
Big Hands?
I second "Better Keyboard"... with the T9 layout...
SlideIt works the same as Swype
Hey, i'm using the HTC IME mod without problems...
PS: i wanna try swype but i can't register to get it...
can someone attach the .apk file? Or send me a PN with the link to the apk on something like rapidshare?
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xGary said:
SlideIt works the same as Swype
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+1...prefer slideit than swype.
Look for ThickButtons keyboard on the market. It predicts the next letters you could type and enlarges them. It could work for you.
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HTC IME Keyboard
You could just use whatever keyboard and turn the X10 sideways so you get the wider keyboard.
krazykirk said:
You could just use whatever keyboard and turn the X10 sideways so you get the wider keyboard.
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landscape?!
Yes, i'm always using the keyboard (HTC IME mod) in landscape mode =D
It's better AND faster to write
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Have you tried a dialling wand?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8DtbPOXFk00
Im 6.8 and weight 330 with big hands I use swype with no problem but I dont swype it just use it like regular keyboard lol
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What do you guys think of HTC's take on Swype? Personally I hate it, doesn't seem to guess words right....
I just downloaded Swype Beta from the website, it works so much better!!!
I believe the beta is still open to all who sign up, so if you guys are looking for an alternative check it out!
The problem is with the swype keyboard is if you don't want to swype, the keyboard sucks
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greengoldmello said:
The problem is with the swype keyboard is if you don't want to swype, the keyboard sucks
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Not anymore, now it has the horizontal word choice window just like other keyboards (with auto correct)... so you can swipe or tap as you like.
The ultimate keyboard would be if SwiftKey and Swype had a love child....
Hello all,
Is their a better keyboard for this phone? I really dont like the ones it comes with. Also what about the spell checker? Is that part of the keyboard program?
What ones are you using?
Thanks
join the swype beta.
http://beta.swype.com
Once you go Swype, you never go back.
If you don't like Swype style, try the Gingerbread keyboard on the Market.
Smart keyboard
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I've always liked the Gingerbread kb! But, Smart is also cool...
I only use swype when I only have 1 hand available, but I mainly use gingerbread keyboard pro from market cause I can make the spacebar super big on it (I normally miss it when it's small lol)
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Is there a keyboard where you could turn the phone sideway and it shows you the keyboard as well as the screen? I don't like how it only shows you the keyboard.
SpankDaHobo said:
Is there a keyboard where you could turn the phone sideway and it shows you the keyboard as well as the screen? I don't like how it only shows you the keyboard.
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Better Keyboard 8. I previously used it with the I/O skin & it could splitscreen.
Smart Keyboard FTW.
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I tried all the rest, used Swype for a year, then switched to SwiftKey. Best keyboard hands down. You won't regret it. Free beta on the market.
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For me and for now I use the flext9, which is powered by dragon. But I already paid for it a while ago. But I suggest use what others have already said. Try the beta swype for yourself and see if you like it. I have used swype and would get pissed at it when it got buggy...yes I know its a beta , but I would go to another kb. The GB kb is great for a plain jane kb, also, swiftkey X beta works well too.
If I were you, I would try all the free versions of kbs, starting with the most popular to what you like and narrow it down from there.
Smart Keyboard Pro. I've had it since my Nexus one days, and it's still the best.
Thanks everyone, I will check them all out after work today.
I wouldnt mind also trying a new browser, any suggestions? I know a little bit of whats out there but still learing.
Thanks again everyone.
only swype ... still best //
SwiftKey is the nuts. I think it's made from actual magic
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You would think hTC stock keyboard would have arrows for this mighty screen
Swype FTW I never had a keyboard where I could type that fast.
yourpassenger said:
SwiftKey is the nuts. I think it's made from actual magic
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ive heard a lot of good stuff about swift but i feel like my fingers r to fat for it so i make mad mistakes and i theres no option to turn auto-capitalization off?
SwiftKey is very good at predicting text even with fat fingers
As far as the browser goes, I prefer opera.
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nerdo said:
You would think hTC stock keyboard would have arrows for this mighty screen
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Swiftkey X has the option to add arrows in the kb. FTW!
What keyboard are you fellow desire s owners using? I'm using the smarkeyboard app. Using the Samsung galaxy keyboard. I didn't like the stock android one as the buttons were to small. The stock HTC one doesn't look as good as the galaxy one.
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i use swiftkey
SWYPE
http://beta.swype.com/
ben_pyett said:
http://beta.swype.com/
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+1
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+1 for SWYPE.
Swype all the way.
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ben_pyett said:
http://beta.swype.com/
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Swype for me as well
zeetype said:
Swype all the way.
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I've been using Go Keyboard for a while and it's working quite good for my phone.
@zeetype
Can you write roman urdu text with swype?
I'm able to achieve a speed b/w 35-45 using go keyboard.. Can i cross this speed on swype?
rakhan01 said:
I've been using Go Keyboard for a while and it's working quite good for my phone.
@zeetype
Can you write roman urdu text with swype?
I'm able to achieve a speed b/w 35-45 using go keyboard.. Can i cross this speed on swype?
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Don't know I use the ENG/SPA version but there is another large APK which does many more languages look at that?
Swype for daily use & Hackers Keyboard at terminal sessions
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slide swiftkey
i use swiftkey and slideit.
Swiftkey x works great for english and romanian for me
Just installed Swype. Works pretty well, amazing how it finds the right words.
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Don't know I use the ENG/SPA version but there is another large APK which does many more languages look at that?
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Just installed Swype today and i'm pretty impressed at how cleverly it finds the correct words.. Already swyping at fine speed.. about my language problem,, i'm adding words to the dictionary and hope i soon finish adding all daily routing words..
It looks like it's a New Generation version of T9.. lol.. just a random thought.
rakhan01 said:
It looks like it's a New Generation version of T9.. lol.. just a random thought.
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That's a very valid point
i tried swype but cant get used to it...
@det
Indeed. I used to type like this using t9 on my old Sony Ericsson w800i. Swype gives you quite the same feelings.
Anyways, pretty interesting experience so far. @Droid.. I would suggest you to give it another shot. It might be hard for the first time but it's fun afterwards.
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I use swipe, it is the best keyboard
Smart Keyboard PRO
Tried swype for a while but didn't get used to it..
had to constantly fix words that it autocompleted/suggested.
I'll give it another try sometime.
Love Swype.
It also works as a 'tappy' keyboard which is great for times when I'm not likely to have enough coordination to squiggle in an appropriate line for my words
Hey guys, I really need to know how to get the on-screen keyboard to turn landscape, but all it does is wait for me to slide it open, any way to make it give me a landscape? I like to text in class, I hate portrait, the phone is hard to hide when it is open, and our physical keyboard is REALLY loud in a quiet room.
HTC_IME_MOD keyboards work, atleast everyone i have used works.
what i would really like is landscape swype.
Nah I just bought SwiftKey x on my phone and I was hoping there was a way I could use its awesomeness in landscape.
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yoyowhatup22 said:
HTC_IME_MOD keyboards work, atleast everyone i have used works.
what i would really like is landscape swype.
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Were do you get that key board at
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Were do you get that key board at
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Google it, you can find some nice themed ones.
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Im using touchpal keyboard and for me this is the best keyboard for my note, im using polish dictionary, and dictionary in other keyboards are not so good. Keyboard is available in AM for free! Im using leather skin.
So witch keyboard is ur favorite? Post photo.
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I'm using the Swiftkey X Keyboard and sometimes the SlideIT Keyboard.
I love both keyboards and i couldnt get a decision which is better.
Try it!
Thumb and a.I. keyboard
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I use Swype but have tried all the above mentioned on smaller screens...still can't make up my mind which is better though...
Keep switching between swift key and thumb keyboard myself. Slide it is also really nice.
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Swype...
Awesum
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Swype is great after mastering the short learning curve!
SlideIT is the best for me
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For people like me that often write in more than one languange (English and Spanish for example) SwiftKey Tablet X (or Swiftkey X) is simply the best keyboard for any device because you don't have to keep switching languages while you type, it auto detects and corrects on any language (up to three) at the same time!
I did read that there are not many themes and for Spanish are some issues with ñ character, any comments?
Both really stop my buy.
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swype great for me
durawing said:
Swype is great after mastering the short learning curve!
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True. Once you get a hang of it, nothing can best swype
A.I. people
Is it possible with Swiftkey to use it only with particular apps? The default one to stay as primery and to use Swiftkey only with specific apps?
szymi22 said:
Im using touchpal keyboard and for me this is the best keyboard for my note, im using polish dictionary, and dictionary in other keyboards are not so good. Keyboard is available in AM for free! Im using leather skin.
So witch keyboard is ur favorite? Post photo.
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I installed touchpal, and seems like it is not scaled properly, i.e., the keys are sided to the left, instead of taking up all the horizontal span, can you tell me how to make it take up all the space? Plus, it also seems when pressing on a word that wasn't in the dictionary doesn't bring up the option to save it, can you point me to the solution(s)? Thanks ps: I'm using ics build from the chinese leak...
Alex
Spo0f said:
Is it possible with Swiftkey to use it only with particular apps? The default one to stay as primery and to use Swiftkey only with specific apps?
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You can use any keyboard you have installed. Touch and hold anywhere in the writing area and choose your preferred input method. It will remain until you change it again in the same way.
Im using kingdroid rom and the keyboard came with the rom, try to swap rom...
alexcarterkarsus said:
I installed touchpal, and seems like it is not scaled properly, i.e., the keys are sided to the left, instead of taking up all the horizontal span, can you tell me how to make it take up all the space? Plus, it also seems when pressing on a word that wasn't in the dictionary doesn't bring up the option to save it, can you point me to the solution(s)? Thanks ps: I'm using ics build from the chinese leak...
Alex
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I'm using imilka's AOSP rom, and I have the same problem with TouchPal. But I have to mention that I have the tablet interface and I changed the display density. And I'm guessing that's causing the problem! So I was wondering if you've changed the display density too? I really like TouchPal but I can't use it with the keys sided to the left!
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OJ1618 said:
I'm using imilka's AOSP rom, and I have the same problem with TouchPal. But I have to mention that I have the tablet interface and I changed the display density. And I'm guessing that's causing the problem! So I was wondering if you've changed the display density too? I really like TouchPal but I can't use it with the keys sided to the left!
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its probably not ready for ics yet
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szymi22 said:
its probably not ready for ics yet
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It actually worked with no issues when the phone interface was enabled!
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