title: Haptics Settings
description: Configure vibration feedback for keyboard actions
category: Settings
difficulty: beginner
Haptics Settings
Configure vibration feedback for key presses, gestures, and special events.
Quick Summary
| What | Description |
|---|
| Purpose | Control vibration feedback |
| Access | Scroll to Accessibility section in Settings |
| Events | 5 configurable haptic events |
Settings Location
In Settings, scroll to the Accessibility section (collapsible). All haptic/vibration settings are here.
Master Settings
Vibration Toggle
| Setting | Effect |
| On | Haptics enabled for selected events |
| Off | All haptics disabled |
Vibration Duration
Control vibration intensity via duration:
| Duration | Feel |
| Short | Subtle, brief feedback |
| Medium | Noticeable tactile response |
| Long | Pronounced, strong vibration |
Per-Event Haptics
CleverKeys supports 5 specific haptic events:
| Event | Default | Description |
| Key Press | On | Vibrate on every key tap |
| Suggestion Tap | On | Vibrate when tapping a suggestion |
| TrackPoint Activate | On | Vibrate when entering navigation mode |
| Long Press | On | Vibrate when long-press detected |
| Swipe Complete | Off | Vibrate when swipe word completes |
[!NOTE]
Swipe Complete is disabled by default as it can be distracting during rapid typing.
Configuring Haptics
Enable/Disable Individual Events
Each of the 5 events can be toggled independently:
- 1. Open Settings
- 2. Scroll to Accessibility section
- 3. Toggle individual event switches
Adjust Intensity
- 1. In Accessibility section
- 2. Find Vibration Duration slider
- 3. Adjust for desired intensity
Recommended Settings
For Learning Gestures
| Event | Setting |
| Key Press | On |
| Long Press | On |
| TrackPoint Activate | On |
| Swipe Complete | On |
Strong feedback helps confirm when gestures are recognized.
For Silent/Battery Saving
| Event | Setting |
| All events | Off |
Or reduce duration to minimum.
For Swipe Typing Focus
| Event | Setting |
| Key Press | Off |
| Suggestion Tap | On |
| Swipe Complete | On |
Feedback on completions, not every key.
Tips and Tricks
- • TrackPoint feedback: Keep enabled to feel when navigation mode activates
- • Battery: Haptics use minimal power; intensity makes little difference
- • Silent mode: System silent mode doesn't affect keyboard haptics
- • No vibration?: Check Android system settings for vibration permissions
[!TIP]
Enable TrackPoint Activate haptic to clearly feel when you enter navigation mode.
Common Questions
Q: Why don't I feel any haptics?
A: Check these in order:
- 1. Master Vibration toggle is On
- 2. Specific event toggle is On
- 3. Duration is not at minimum
- 4. Android system haptics/vibration is enabled
- 5. Device vibration motor is working (test in another app)
Q: Do haptics drain battery?
A: Minimally. The vibration motor uses very little power compared to the screen.
Q: Can I have different haptics per key?
A: No, haptic settings apply to event types (all key presses, all predictions, etc.), not individual keys.
Q: Why is Swipe Complete off by default?
A: It vibrates after every swipe word, which many users find distracting during continuous typing. Enable it if you want confirmation that swipes are recognized.
Related Features
- • Appearance - Visual settings
- • TrackPoint Mode - Navigation mode
- • Swipe Typing - Gesture typing