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Text Input Methods

Swype (default): Swypeis a text input method that allows you to enter a word by sliding your finger or stylus from letter to letter, lifting your finger between words.

Android keyboard: The Android keyboard can also be used to enter text. To switch to the Android keyboard, touch and hold a text field, then touch Input method > Android keyboard.

Toggles from 123/ABC mode to SYM mode

Allows you to view Swype

Tips and Help.

Using the Swype Keyboard

The default keyboard uses Swype. Swype uses error correcting algorithms and a language model to predict the next word. Swype also includes a touch predictive text system.

Swype Tips

Access the Swype Tips to watch a video or tutorial on using Swype. You can also use the following Swype text entry tips.

Create a squiggle (like an S shape) to create a double letter (such as pp in apple).

Touch and hold a key to enter the alternate letter or symbol located at the top right corner of the key.

Move your finger or stylus over the apostrophe to enter contractions.

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LG Electronics Vortex, MFL67011201(1.0)G manual Text Input Methods, Using the Swype Keyboard, Swype Tips