Gboard, the successor to Google Keyboard, brings a seamless typing experience with features like Glide Typing, Voice Typing, and Handwriting support. Whether you're using Glide Typing to swiftly slide your finger from letter to letter or dictating text on the move with Voice Typing, Gboard enhances your typing efficiency. Handwriting recognition allows you to write in both cursive and printed letters, making input as natural as pen and paper. Plus, with Emoji Search and GIF support, expressing yourself has never been easier—just find the perfect emoji or GIF to match your mood or reaction.
One of Gboard's standout features is its robust support for multiple languages. No need to switch manually; Gboard autocorrects and suggests from any of your enabled languages, providing a truly multilingual typing experience. Integrate Google Translate directly into your keyboard for instant translations as you type, breaking down language barriers effortlessly.
Gboard supports hundreds of language varieties, catering to a global audience. From Afrikaans to Zulu, and including major languages like Chinese, English, French, Spanish, and many more, you can find the full list of supported languages at https://goo.gl/fMQ85U. However, please note that features like Handwriting, Emoji Search, and GIFs are not available on Android Go devices.
For those with Wear OS devices, Gboard extends its functionality to your wrist. Enjoy the speed and reliability of Glide Typing, Voice Typing, and even Emoji Typing right on your watch. Supported languages on Wear OS include Chinese, English, French, Spanish, and many others, ensuring you stay connected no matter where you are.
Pro Tips for Gboard Users
- Gesture Cursor Control: Effortlessly move the cursor by sliding your finger across the space bar.
- Gesture Delete: Quickly delete multiple words by sliding left from the delete key.
- Number Row: Keep the number row always visible by enabling it in Settings → Preferences → Number Row.
- Symbols Hints: Access symbols with a long press by enabling quick hints in Settings → Preferences → Long press for symbols.
- One-Handed Mode: On larger screen phones, pin the keyboard to either side for easier one-handed use.
- Themes: Customize your keyboard with or without key borders to match your style.
