Changing keyboards on mobile devices

Many languages have special characters, accents or symbols that are needed to write and use the language correctly. Adding a specific keyboard to your mobile device makes it easier to practice and communicate in the language you're learning.


How to change keyboards on iOS devices?

To add a new keyboard language on your iPhone or iPad, follow these steps:

  1. Go to Settings > General > Keyboard.
  2. Tap Keyboards > Add a New Keyboard.
  3. Select the keyboard you’d like to add.

To switch the keyboard while typing tap and hold the 😀 or 🌐 icon to choose between the languages.

How to change keyboards on Android devices?

To add a new keyboard language on your Android device, follow these steps:

  1. Go to Settings > System > Languages & input > Languages.
  2. Tap Add a Language
  3. Select the language you'd like to add.

To switch the keyboard while typing tap the 🌐 icon or tap and hold the spacebar to choose between the languages.

The method to change the keyboard can differ depending on your phone and version of the operating system and you can always refer to instructions provided by your phone manufacturer.

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