Develop Bugs

Swype

Swype is not working on GN with 4.1.2 after the update to 1.3.
Is it just me or others are experiencing the same?

It's a known problem.
The solution so far is turn off any apps like lightflow in settings > accessibility.

Working for me just fine.
Stock 4.1.2
Rooted
Franco milestone 6
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Working for me as well.
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Yep. Having issues with it too since I went to the new update.
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android.vibrant said:
Swype is not working on GN with 4.1.2 after the update to 1.3.
Is it just me or others are experiencing the same?
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To fix it you need either go to the Settings / Accessibility - and then turn off all apps that is listed under Services (like LightFlow for example).
Or disable the stock Android Keyboard. Just go to the Apps / All / Android Keyboard - and disable it, also force stop it. Then it is important to restart your phone.
Now you will have Swype selected and working as you main keyboard.

I don't like any of the new themes, an improvement over the old ugly swype but I think I will stick with my old themed swype for now.

anyone has the old .apk version of Swype???

android.vibrant said:
anyone has the old .apk version of Swype???
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Not a good idea to ask that on here... Hey I think your pm box might have a new message.
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sueder said:
It's a known problem.
The solution so far is turn off any apps like lightflow in settings > accessibility.
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Thank you VERY, VERY, VERY MUCH!
You saved my day.
Thanks.
Regards.

Thanks to gtbarry
temporary fix....
- Settings > Apps > All
- Disable Android Keyboard
- Reboot phone
- Select Swype
In this manner I am currently able to run both Lightflow and Swype.

4.2 Gesture Keyboard

So there's been a leak for the apk for anyone who wants to try the new swipe gesture keyboard.
http://m.intomobile.com/2012/10/30/try-out-new-android-42-keyboard-now/
Just keep in mind that it takes an extra step for those you are on AOSP roms but make sure to nandroid before :thumbup: loving it
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Good find Sir.
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OK I got this installed but my phone won't let me set which keyboard i want as default so its constantly asking me to select input methods, any way to make this go away?
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JehC said:
OK I got this installed but my phone won't let me set which keyboard i want as default so its constantly asking me to select input methods, any way to make this go away?
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Did you follow the install instructions in the article?

gtdtm said:
Did you follow the install instructions in the article?
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Instructions? Pfffft!
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Yeah, I mean I'm using it now. But both the stock KB and this one are checked under language and input
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I only ask because I hastily downloaded the apk only to keep reading and see that people on aosp roms have to download a flashable zip...I haven't got to installing yet, so I can't say if that's the issue, but if history is any indication...
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JehC said:
Yeah, I mean I'm using it now. But both the stock KB and this one are checked under language and input
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Well, when my backup finishes, I'll let you know what I find.
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JehC said:
Yeah, I mean I'm using it now. But both the stock KB and this one are checked under language and input
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So mine also has two "stock" keyboards checked, but it lets me set one as the default and it sticks, so it doesn't sound like I'm having your exact problem.

Here's a screeny of my input methods. Both are greyed and unclickable.
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JehC said:
Here's a screeny of my input methods. Both are greyed and unclickable.
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JehC said:
OK I got this installed but my phone won't let me set which keyboard i want as default so its constantly asking me to select input methods, any way to make this go away?
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K, that's just what mine looks like, I guess I don't understand what you mean by it constantly asking you to select input methods. Do you just mean the notification at the top while you are typing? If so, most of the roms have a way to disable the IME switcher notification, or in CM10 it is called "Selector notification." I've always disabled it since I use swiftkey anyway. Hope that helps.

oh okay, yeah i was referring to the notification icon popping up everytime i open my keyboard, but that's fine. ive used other keyboards and not had that issue so it threw me off is all.

JehC said:
oh okay, yeah i was referring to the notification icon popping up everytime i open my keyboard, but that's fine. ive used other keyboards and not had that issue so it threw me off is all.
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I use swift key and that is always up there when the keyboard is up...and it used to drive me crazy, I can ignore it now...lol.

ThePhantom97 said:
I use swift key and that is always up there when the keyboard is up...and it used to drive me crazy, I can ignore it now...lol.
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I know your pain brother

Flashed this and all is running well so far, no notification for me when keyboard is up.
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Using it now, love it!! Only issue i have is I can't add words to the dictionary...
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GN Swype beta issue on 4.2.1

Anyone have issues with swype beta installer after i log in on the choose version screen i get continuous loading and never recognizes a version.. anyone else? or have fix for the issue??

I have the same problem.

Swype Beta unusable for me in 4.2.1 it is always force closing... I am now using Keymonk keyboard and it is a great contender vs. swype! Almost might be better! Two handed swiping so much quicker and I am sure it will only get better! Get the free version here

no problems with Skype here, rooted & running Xylon 4.2.1 009. Suggestions would be uninstal, redownload installer & Skype again. If rooted i would also suggest wiping cache & dalvik, even fixing permissions. You could also paste the Skype installer & apk direclty into your system/apps folder and see if that changes anything (have to be rooted).

LibertyMonger said:
Swype Beta unusable for me in 4.2.1 it is always force closing... I am now using Keymonk keyboard and it is a great contender vs. swype! Almost might be better! Two handed swiping so much quicker and I am sure it will only get better! Get the free version here
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wow thanks for this app, i been using the latest stock 4.2.1 keyboard for swyping but this new one seems alot smoother and simpler adding new words with one touch.

What I wind up doing is restoring the app with tibu, then clearing data. Then i register, and enter the activation code, and allow it to restore my user defined words. It's become a part of my setup process
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kwbrewster said:
no problems with Skype here, rooted & running Xylon 4.2.1 009. Suggestions would be uninstal, redownload installer & Skype again. If rooted i would also suggest wiping cache & dalvik, even fixing permissions. You could also paste the Skype installer & apk direclty into your system/apps folder and see if that changes anything (have to be rooted).
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Skype:good:

I pulled the apk from my phone and manually installed/sideloaded it and it works fine.

Yeah ended up side loading it works perfect

I tried to do this with Astro file viewer, but all it finds is the .apk for the installer which results in the same problem. Any ideas?

Zmydust said:
I tried to do this with Astro file viewer, but all it finds is the .apk for the installer which results in the same problem. Any ideas?
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The app is named com.nuance.swype.input-1.apk
For me, it was in the data/app folder.
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For some reason I cannot find that, I have the phone plugged up to the computer, please advise.
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Got it, did an app backup with Astro.

Zmydust said:
For some reason I cannot find that, I have the phone plugged up to the computer, please advise.
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Got it, did an app backup with Astro.
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Boom!! Yeah!
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[Q] 4.1.2 Keyboard versus Swiftkey question.

Now that we have received our new JB 4.1.2 update from T-Mobile (yeah! :victory, I have a question.
Samsung licensed Swiftkey technology for their keyboard. It does look much better and respond better than before. I also own Swiftkey. That said, I'm waffling between sticking with the stock keyboard and saving some memory versus running Swiftkey and having some additional options for customization.
What do you do?

Do whatever one you prefer, don't know why you want the answer given to you, just preference. Don't stop using apps just because memory more this phone has its memory
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I stopped using SwiftKey because:
1) it was not remembering the words I told it to remember.
2) swipe prediction was terrible.
Using Swype now.

I prefer the note 2 keyboard myself because it has the numbers on top and I don't have to keep it that stupid little button on the side to make my numbers pop up.
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Aerowinder said:
I stopped using SwiftKey because:
1) it was not remembering the words I told it to remember.
2) swipe prediction was terrible.
Using Swype now.
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Why don't you try TouchPal?
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tower_gilead said:
I prefer the note 2 keyboard myself because it has the numbers on top and I don't have to keep it that stupid little button on the side to make my numbers pop up.
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Same here. I would gladly buy the newer swiftkey if it had the option to add the numbers at the top
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MmmmBeeeeer said:
Same here. I would gladly buy the newer swiftkey if it had the option to add the numbers at the top
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Or just use the free note 2 keyboard from a flashable zip.
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Only SwiftKey can insert space bar by swiping over the space bar without letting go of your finger. I find that really hard to beat. I'll stick to SwiftKey until I find something that could do better.

Been looking
Hi guys first post ever here in XDA. Been lurking for a while.
I have the Frosty JB 4.1.1 v11.2.1. I removed alot of apps through Titanium and when I do a factory reset, I don't have any keyboards. I am looking for the stock or note2 or the new 4.1.2 keyboard to install. I have swype but want to get stock so I can put it in the proper folder for factory resets so I wont be without a keyboard upon reboot. I have searched and all I keep finding is themed KB and cant get them to work. I hate the dev stopped producing the frosty rom, I love it on my phone. Cant find the v11.2.1 or I would just start fresh there.
Thanks in advance.
Rev10eight

Rev10eight said:
Hi guys first post ever here in XDA. Been lurking for a while.
I have the Frosty JB 4.1.1 v11.2.1. I removed alot of apps through Titanium and when I do a factory reset, I don't have any keyboards. I am looking for the stock or note2 or the new 4.1.2 keyboard to install. I have swype but want to get stock so I can put it in the proper folder for factory resets so I wont be without a keyboard upon reboot. I have searched and all I keep finding is themed KB and cant get them to work. I hate the dev stopped producing the frosty rom, I love it on my phone. Cant find the v11.2.1 or I would just start fresh there.
Thanks in advance.
Rev10eight
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You can either "convert to System app" using TiBu Pro or move the .apk to the /system/app folder and reboot. Root is required for either.

And just fyi, there shouldn't be a link to the note2 kb in the themes and apps sticky.
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Because your SwiftKey is from the black market if you have one from the play store and latest upgrade it will stick after reboot like my.
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Thanks
:highfive:
Thank you all. I found tp2215 library and picked up the note2 and installed via zip in cwm.
Then bought the TIBU, per DJ_SpaRky recommendation. I then made a sys app out of the note2.
I just did a factory restore and whamo, Im up and going.
Thank you all very much.

Glad to hear that you were able to get it done.
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Preferences
Its all based on your preferences. I have used both and didn't think anything could be better than swiftkey till I saw the new Samsung keyboard on the s4 Note2 roms. I go back and forth now looking for a new king. I like the option of having the permanent numbers row on the ported note2 but I am also trying the new Kii keyboard on the play store. Install them all and swap back and ofrth in settings untill you decide which works best for you. I currently have 4 or 5 installed.

4.4 Keyboard APK

Been using for an hour now. Everything seems to work for me (on 4.1.2 TW).
http://www.androidpolice.com/2013/1...0-from-android-4-4-with-space-aware-gestures/

Downloading and trying out now. Thanks

working good here, on dankang 4.3.1 (slim base). the flow thing is pretty smooth too. thanks. and bye bye blue.
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Caps autocorrect issue
Is it just me, or does the new keyboard want to autocorrect everything in CAPS? Before I would misstype "that" as "thay" and it'd autocorrect to "that." Now, it autocorrects to either "THAY" or "THAT," in all caps. Very obnoxious. Any ideas?

darnocs1 said:
Is it just me, or does the new keyboard want to autocorrect everything in CAPS? Before I would misstype "that" as "thay" and it'd autocorrect to "that." Now, it autocorrects to either "THAY" or "THAT," in all caps. Very obnoxious. Any ideas?
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That's weird. I haven't been noticing that at all. Try re-installing or clearing app data?

each time I try to install the 4.4 keyboard it keeps saying
package with that same name and different signature already installed

Or just go to Google play store and download Google Keyboard which has been updated to suit 4.4 KitKat.
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lolwhat? said:
each time I try to install the 4.4 keyboard it keeps saying
package with that same name and different signature already installed
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You're probably running aosp ROM that uses aosp keyboard (Google keyboard). You need to delete the apk from /system/apk/ directory then push the downloaded apk and rename it, change its permissions. Reboot.
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I'm currently running on 4.3 stock and I tried both but still keeps saying the same thing

4.4 keyboard
Mine is sayn alrdy installd also