Entering text using swype – Samsung GALAXY S SGH-T989D User Manual
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Entering Text Using Swype
Swype™ is a text input method that allows you to enter a word by
sliding your finger 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 touch
predictive text system.
Enabling and Configuring SWYPE
To enable the SWYPE keyboard:
Note: When SWYPE is enabled you can still use normal keyboard functionality
as well.
1.
Press
and then tap
(Settings)
Language and keyboard.
2.
Tap Select input method
Swype.
SWYPE Settings
To configure Swype settings:
1.
Press
and then tap
Language and
keyboard
Swype.
2.
Locate the Preferences section to alter these settings:
• Language: allows you to select the current text input language.
Default language is US English.
• Audio feedback: turns on sounds generated by the Swype
application.
• Vibrate on keypress: activates a vibration sensation as you enter
text using the keypad.
• Show tips: turns on a flashing indicator for quick help.
3.
Locate the Swype Advanced Settings section to alter these
settings:
• Word suggestion: suggests words as you are typing.
• Auto-spacing: automatically inserts a space between words.
When you finish a word, just lift your finger or stylus and start the
next word.
• Auto-capitalization: automatically capitalizes the first letter of a
sentence.
• Show complete trace: sets whether or not to display the complete
Swype path.
• Speed vs. accuracy: sets how quickly Swype responds to on-
screen input. Move the slider between Fast Response (higher
speed) or Error Tolerant (greater accuracy) and tap OK.
• Personal dictionary: add or delete words from your personal
dictionary.
• Reset Swype’s dictionary: delete all words you have added to
Swype’s dictionary.
4.
Locate the Help section to alter these settings: