[Q] Switching between two languages in ICS? - General Questions and Answers

I've got a Logitech Bluetooth keyboard, it says that it's intended for iPad, but I had no problem with pairing it to my Hp TouchPad running ICS9 .
The only problem is that I'm using two language layout - English and Hebrew. I'm using Android built in touch keyboard and Installed this two layouts - All works well while I'm on the touch screen keyboard.
But - How can I swap between the two layouts on the external keyboard? Is there a ctrl+shift Shortcut like in the computer? Am I missing something?

nitzanzb said:
I've got a Logitech Bluetooth keyboard, it says that it's intended for iPad, but I had no problem with pairing it to my Hp TouchPad running ICS9 .
The only problem is that I'm using two language layout - English and Hebrew. I'm using Android built in touch keyboard and Installed this two layouts - All works well while I'm on the touch screen keyboard.
But - How can I swap between the two layouts on the external keyboard? Is there a ctrl+shift Shortcut like in the computer? Am I missing something?
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Curious to know if you found anything... In JB you can switch between LAYOUTS (should you have more than 1 installed) with ctrl-space... but what about LANGUAGE?

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[Q] Bluetooth Keyboard Choices - Genius or Sony

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I am looking for a bluetooth keyboard that could bring along with me on the road in case I need to work out of office. Usually I'll need to use native email client, remote access through RDP for general OA tasks.
Anyone tried any of the bluebooth keyboards below, and could share with me about the user experience?
Genius LuxePad A9000
Sony Tablet S Bluetooth Keyboard
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Very interesting. I also need a bluetooth keyboard for my galaxy tab 7300.
I have a question, does these keyboards support multi-language support?
What layout uses the bluetooth keyboard, its own, or system?
zmagas1 said:
Very interesting. I also need a bluetooth keyboard for my galaxy tab 7300.
I have a question, does these keyboards support multi-language support?
What layout uses the bluetooth keyboard, its own, or system?
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The Samsung input method seems to "fix" some of the mappings. For example it allows the swedish ÅÄÖ to be typed on a swedish bluetooth (or USB) keyboard but not everything is mapped correctly. Also the CTRL and ALT keys are not working for me when the Samsung Input method is used.
I do not know if it works better or worse on other layouts but switching input method to "Android Keyboard" will make it use Standard US layout and makes CTRL and ALT work again.
I've written apps that overrides the US layout for several non-US layouts and that is what I use with my Swedish/Finnish bluetooth keyboard (requires a rooted device).
http://www.apedroid.com/android-applications/keyboard-layouts-usb-bt
I want to use AnySoftKeyboard layout with Lithuanian characters such as ĄČĘĖĮŠŲŪŽ, because it is most confortable to use.
So I'm wondering if it work with bluetooth, USB keyboards.
kallt_kaffe: I will buy your app if it would be for lithuanian language
zmagas1 said:
I want to use AnySoftKeyboard layout with Lithuanian characters such as ĄČĘĖĮŠŲŪŽ, because it is most confortable to use.
So I'm wondering if it work with bluetooth, USB keyboards.
kallt_kaffe: I will buy your app if it would be for lithuanian language
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Send me a photo of a standard Lithuanian keyboard where all keys can be seen and I'll see what I can do.
This is LT layout that I'm using on PC and wish to have on my tab. I appreciate your effort.
zmagas1 said:
This is LT layout that I'm using on PC and wish to have on my tab. I appreciate your effort.
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I need more info than that. Like for example what characters are used when SHIFT is pressed and when ALT-GR is pressed.
I found this http://qnx.projektas.lt/en_ltkbd.html
I suppose it it the top one you want? Where numbers are available when holding down the ALT button. Perhaps I can add both variants.
kallt_kaffe said:
I need more info than that. Like for example what characters are used when SHIFT is pressed and when ALT-GR is pressed.
I found this http://qnx.projektas.lt/en_ltkbd.html
I suppose it it the top one you want? Where numbers are available when holding down the ALT button. Perhaps I can add both variants.
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I want this layout "lt_LT_numeric – Lithuanian numeric keyboard", because it is most commonly used.
"The most widely used layout at the moment. Lithuanian letters occupy and replace numbers in upper row of keyboard. Use of Alt Gr key often eliminates need switch between layouts."
Best from Lithuania, I will spread the word.
p.s. this weekend I was visiting Stockholm on a day trip
zmagas1 said:
I want this layout "lt_LT_numeric – Lithuanian numeric keyboard", because it is most commonly used.
"The most widely used layout at the moment. Lithuanian letters occupy and replace numbers in upper row of keyboard. Use of Alt Gr key often eliminates need switch between layouts."
Best from Lithuania, I will spread the word.
p.s. this weekend I was visiting Stockholm on a day trip
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Here we go...
Demo - https://market.android.com/details?id=com.apedroid.keymaplitdemo
Full version - https://market.android.com/details?id=com.apedroid.keymaplit
Thank you very much. I will tell all my friend about this goodness
A little follow up on this thread. The old app that required root is now obsolete and has been replaced with an app that does not require root and comes with over 30 different predefined layouts out-of-the-box. It is also possible to create a whole layout from scratch or modify one of the predefined ones.
You can read more about it here: http://www.apedroid.com/android-applications/external-keyboard-helper

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