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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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away said:
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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Hi everyone,
I'd just a lil' question for you !
I've a friend on htc desire who has a small arrow just below the text that he can move to put the text cursor where does he want. The fact is he had a cyanogen rom on it so maybe it comes from here but i dunno and neither does he.
I've found on google that it could comes from the htc keyboard but nothing really concluding.
So I just would like to know if you have heard something about an app or something which could give me this arrow.
ps: i'm definitly not looking for arrows on keyboard but something like a bigger cursor than the common one that I don't consider precise enough
I think your friend is using some copy and paste app.
chaudman said:
Hi everyone,
I'd just a lil' question for you !
I've a friend on htc desire who has a small arrow just below the text that he can move to put the text cursor where does he want. The fact is he had a cyanogen rom on it so maybe it comes from here but i dunno and neither does he.
I've found on google that it could comes from the htc keyboard but nothing really concluding.
So I just would like to know if you have heard something about an app or something which could give me this arrow.
ps: i'm definitly not looking for arrows on keyboard but something like a bigger cursor than the common one that I don't consider precise enough
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Is his rom cm7? Cuz all gb roms got that
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It is the GB keyboard. Download from market or search for it here.
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yeah for sure he s on a gb roms and i took a look on the market and the description about gb keyboard so i have to thank you again guys
very useful when u got a pointer like that ... i have try J's rom cm7 and it have same pointer as that one
Ok maybe im fool but i dl the gb keyboard and can't found where is the settings to get the cursor someone please help the poor lil boy
Its for Gingerbread (2.3) ROMs. Try like CM7 or Trips 2.3 MIUI ROM and you'll have those markers.
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Ok maybe im fool but i dl the gb keyboard and can't found where is the settings to get the cursor someone please help the poor lil boy
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Long press on a text field and select select all.
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Which do you prefer? I'm more used to the gingerbread cuz im a cyanogenmod freak
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Swiftkey X all the way
twomix9900 said:
Swiftkey X all the way
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What makes it great? Never gave it a try
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Tried both and don't like either. For certain reasons i have been using Smart Keyboard. Just my opinion as I always have searched for the ideal KB with manual customization, enlarging buttons, increasing haptic, etc...
If swift has all of this, then maybe I didn't give it enough time however I don't like hopping around.
kazam13 said:
Tried both and don't like either. For certain reasons i have been using Smart Keyboard. Just my opinion as I always have searched for the ideal KB with manual customization, enlarging buttons, increasing haptic, etc...
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You can enlarge the buttons in smart keyboard? How? I would like to use the entire space so that the buttons actually are touching each other instead if having small spaces in between them.
I need a keyboard with arrow keys, so far smart keyboard is the only one that does the trick for me. Sense and GB keyboard both lack it
I actually use an old version of "shape writer" that is a non market app that I found either on xda or android central forums.
Easily the best swipe style keyboard I've ever tried. And I've tried a LOT
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Sense keyboard is awesome imo. works great. previously i own a nexus one. the keyboard keeps giving me problem. that prompt me to sell it away =\. great phone though
Luv'n gingerbread keyboard!
Swype... But GB keyboard > HTC keyboard
¤Violets are red,
Roses are blue,
Wait, what?
I have no idea what I'm saying,
But you lost the game¤
Sense keyboard
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GingerBread keyboard has arrows as well, just press the space bar and drag it upwards!
Seems like no one has found this before...
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i just don't like how the GB one always puts unnecessary periods
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I'm using the 3vo keyboard and it's pretty good. It's just a modified Gingerbread keyboard. SwiftKey X is probably my favorite though.
aNYthing24 said:
I'm using the 3vo keyboard and it's pretty good. It's just a modified Gingerbread keyboard. SwiftKey X is probably my favorite though.
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Mind sending me apk both
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I had the nexus s the gingerbread keyboard was my favorite till I tried swiftkey X .... It's an awesome keyboard it really is.
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GB keyboard. i like the arrow keys.
Sorry for late reply. (SMART KEYBOARD).
Settings>general settings>key height(there you can manage height & width).
And if needed there is an option to pad the bottom of keyboard for "added lift ".
1 of the best features, are the addition of free skins in options. Just one tap and you can have almost any other keyboard variant.
Side note-Not sure if "pro version" varies as I only have this.
Splux said:
GingerBread keyboard has arrows as well, just press the space bar and drag it upwards!
Seems like no one has found this before...
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How? I have the GB qhd keyboard from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1230810
When I press space and then slide up, it just moves to the letters above it, no arrows there
Thumb keyboard!!!!! The matza with butter!!!!
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When I press space and then slide up said:
im not 100% sure but i was lookin at it the gb keyboard in the market and i notice there are two versions of the keyboard. one free one paid. the description under the paid version mentions this option while the free one doesnt. so i am guessing that only the paid version has this feature. but im just takin a guess here. sowy
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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
From the Beast : Galaxy Note
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
Patos via tapatalk.
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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Anyone else having problems with recorrection using the stock ICS keyboard? I thought it was working when I first installed it but doesn't seem to be the case anymore. On my Xoom or N1 running stock ICS, if I place my cursor back on a word I've previously typed it will bring back up the auto-correct suggestions, so you can choose the correct one (like if it didn't guess right). Most people familiar with the ICS kb are likely familiar with this feature.
Any feedback appreciated, this is one of the best features of the keyboard.
Edit: Forgot to mention, I've tried clearing the app data of the KB. No dice.
where'd you get the keyboard
Qwest905 said:
where'd you get the keyboard
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This guy pulled it from his GNEX: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=25592151&postcount=7
Apparently its been a really long week.... "recorrection" is only allowed in certain circumstances. I was not using it correctly. If a mod sees this, please close. Thanks.
is this keyboard better than the one from the market?
I've been using it since the guy posted it. I think it's just as good as the one from the market if not better. Reminds me I need to thank that guy...
Notnilc said:
I've been using it since the guy posted it. I think it's just as good as the one from the market if not better. Reminds me I need to thank that guy...
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No prob glad I could help
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No prob glad I could help
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can some tell me how to change to stock keyboard?...I downloaded one from the market. I go to settings and I see the keyboard under the keyboard section...I select it, but it doesn't change the keyboard.
The kb icon on the top left, click on that and select your kb of choice
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gharris040604 said:
The kb icon on the top left, click on that and select your kb of choice
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Awsome, hey what keyboard are you using?
Swiftkey X
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gharris040604 said:
Swiftkey X
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+1 here
i love swiftkey because of the dedicated smiley button and sometimes i can type a whole sentence out with just a few taps. paid for that app and haven't looked back. wish they would make an ICS theme for it though.
mrvirginia said:
+1 here
i love swiftkey because of the dedicated smiley button and sometimes i can type a whole sentence out with just a few taps. paid for that app and haven't looked back. wish they would make an ICS theme for it though.
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Ics theme would be a great addition to an awesome key board
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So is there any way to get that little keyboard icon to go away when using keyboards other than the sense one?
joehunni said:
So is there any way to get that little keyboard icon to go away when using keyboards other than the sense one?
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The keyboard icon shows up when you have more than one available keyboard. That's how you choose which one to use.
zonk7ate9 said:
The keyboard icon shows up when you have more than one available keyboard. That's how you choose which one to use.
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On every other android phone I've owned you could have as many keyboards as you wanted enabled without annoying popup icons. It seems that icon is there no matter what keyboard you're currently using unless you disable them in the keyboards settings menu.
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On every other android phone I've owned you could have as many keyboards as you wanted enabled without annoying popup icons. It seems that icon is there no matter what keyboard you're currently using unless you disable them in the keyboards settings menu.
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It's an ics thing. Confused the hell outta me too when I got my nexus last year lol
nevermind...
mrvirginia said:
+1 here
i love swiftkey because of the dedicated smiley button and sometimes i can type a whole sentence out with just a few taps. paid for that app and haven't looked back. wish they would make an ICS theme for it though.
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gharris040604 said:
Ics theme would be a great addition to an awesome key board
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When Swiftkey 3 is released it will have a couple new themes called Cobalt (left) and Holo (right, ICS themed).