Basic Typing
CleverKeys supports two main input methods: tap typing and swipe typing. This guide covers the fundamentals.
Tap Typing
Tap typing works like any standard keyboard:
- • Tap each key to type the corresponding letter
- • Tap Shift to capitalize the next letter
- • Double-tap Shift for CAPS LOCK
- • Tap Backspace to delete the last character
Swipe Typing
Swipe typing lets you type words by drawing a path through the letters:
- 1. Place your finger on the first letter
- 2. Without lifting, drag through each letter of the word
- 3. Lift your finger when done
- 4. CleverKeys predicts your word using neural AI
Example: Typing "hello"
- 1. Start on H
- 2. Slide to E
- 3. Slide to L (stay there briefly for double L)
- 4. Slide to O
- 5. Lift your finger
The neural prediction engine analyzes your path and suggests "hello".
Predictions Bar
The prediction bar appears above the keyboard showing word suggestions:
- • Tap a suggestion to insert it
- • The center suggestion is usually the best match
- • Long-press a suggestion to see alternatives
Auto-Corrections
CleverKeys automatically corrects common typos:
- • Mistyped letters are fixed
- • Capitalization is corrected (sentence start)
- • Double-space inserts a period
Special Keys
| Key | Action |
|---|
| Shift | Capitalize next letter |
| Backspace | Delete last character |
| Space | Insert space, slide for cursor |
| Enter | New line or submit |
| ?123 | Switch to numbers/symbols |
Gestures on Keys
Each key supports directional swipes:
- • Swipe up on a letter: often types the uppercase version
- • Swipe in any direction: customizable actions
See Short Swipes for gesture details.
Tips for Beginners
- 1. Start with tap typing to learn the layout
- 2. Try swipe typing for common words first
- 3. Trust the predictions - lift your finger and see the suggestions
- 4. Use the prediction bar to save keystrokes
Next Steps
- • Swipe Typing - Master neural swipe
- • Short Swipes - Learn key gestures
- • Cursor Navigation - Navigate text efficiently