Entering text using swype – Samsung GALAXY Tab SGH-I987 User Manual

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5.

Begin typing a word. A list of word options is displayed.

Tap one of the words to replace the word that has already

been typed or tap

for more word choices.

6.

Continue typing your message. Tap

to send the

message or tap

for more options. For more

information, refer to “Creating and Sending Text

Messages” on page 62.

Note: You can also use XT9 mode in the portrait orientation.

Entering Text Using 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.

Enabling and Configuring Swype

The Samsung keypad is the default text input method, so to use
Swype, you must first change the default keyboard setting.

To enable Swype:

1.

From the Home screen, tap

Settings

Locale

and text

Select input method.

2.

Tap the Swype option.

3.

Tap

to return to the previous menu.

Swype Settings

For information on the Swype settings, see “Swype Settings” on
page 82.

Swype Text Entry Tips

You can access the SwypeTips application and 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 view the punctuation menu then make a

selection.

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

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