Swype
Swype™ is 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. Swype uses error correcting algorithms
and a language model to predict the next word. Swype also includes a tapping predictive text
system.
► Tap
to the right of Swype keyboard to access the following options:
How to Swype: Provides tips on how to learn to use Swype.
Preferences: Allows you to view and modify the following Swype options:
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Vibrate on keypress: Vibrates for your Swype touches.
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Sound on keypress: Plays sounds for your Swype touches.
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Show helpful tips: Displays helpful information as you Swype.
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Auto-spacing: Automatically inserts spaces between words as you complete
them.
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Auto-capitalization: Automatically capitalizes the first word of sentences.
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Show complete trace: Displays the trace of each word until you start the next
word.
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Pop-up on keypress: Displays the character above the key when typing.
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Next word prediction: Suggests possible matching words as you enter text.
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Reset Swype's dictionary: Deletes all the words you've added to the Swype
dictionary.
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Version: View information about Swype.
Language Options: Allows you to set the language that you will be using.
Swype Connect: Enables personalization from your accounts, and whether you
want to contribute your usage data to improve Swype's predictions.
Personal dictionary: Allows you to setup and manage your own dictionary.
Updates: Checks for updates to Swype.
Voice Recognizer
Built-in voice recognition software allows you to hear your voice and transcribe it directly into
text.
1. Press
>
Settings
and tap Settings > Language and input.
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