Gboard is one of the most popular and widely-used keyboard apps on Android devices. Not only does it come with Google search and voice input, but it also has some unique settings that can help you improve your typing experience. Here are seven Gboard settings that you should turn on to get the most out of the app.

1. Glide typing

Glide typing is a feature that allows you to swipe your finger across the keyboard to type words instead of tapping individual keys. This feature can help you type faster and with fewer mistakes. To enable glide typing, go to Gboard settings > glide typing and turn it on.

2. Personal dictionary

If you frequently type words or phrases that are not recognized by Gboard, you can add them to your personal dictionary. This will ensure that Gboard recognizes them in the future and doesn’t try to autocorrect them. To add words to your personal dictionary, go to Gboard settings > dictionary > personal dictionary and add your words.

3. Automatic punctuation

Gboard can automatically add punctuation marks to the end of sentences. This saves time and prevents you from making mistakes by forgetting to add punctuation. To enable automatic punctuation, go to Gboard settings > preferences and turn on “auto-punctuation.”

4. One-handed mode

If you have a large phone or find it difficult to type with one hand, Gboard’s one-handed mode can help. This mode shifts the keyboard to one side, making it easier to reach all the keys with just one thumb. To activate one-handed mode, go to Gboard settings > one-handed mode and choose a layout.

5. Haptic feedback

Gboard can provide haptic feedback (vibration) when you type. This can help you type more accurately by giving you tactile feedback as you hit each key. To turn on haptic feedback, go to Gboard settings > preferences and turn on “vibrate on keypress.”

6. Handwriting input

If you prefer to write by hand instead of typing, Gboard’s handwriting input feature can help. This feature allows you to write words with your finger or a stylus and converts them into text. To enable handwriting input, go to Gboard settings > preferences and turn on “handwriting input.”

7. Emoji search

Gboard has a powerful emoji search feature that allows you to find the perfect emoji quickly and easily. This feature lets you search for emojis by keyword or browse through categories. To access emoji search, tap on the emoji button on the keyboard and then tap on the magnifying glass icon.

In conclusion, Gboard offers a wide variety of useful settings that can help you improve your typing experience. By turning on glide typing, personal dictionary, automatic punctuation, one-handed mode, haptic feedback, handwriting input, and emoji search, you can become a more efficient and accurate typist. Give these settings a try and see how they improve your typing skills.