On your Android phone or tablet, install Gboard. On some Android devices, Gboard is already the default keyboard. To make sure that your device has the most recent version, check for updates.

You can change your keyboard theme. To give your Gboard a background, like a photo or a color: On your Android phone or tablet, open the Settings app . Tap System Languages & input. Tap Virtual …

On your Android phone or tablet, open any app that you can type with, like Gmail or Keep. In the bottom left of your keyboard touch and hold the comma, then drag your finger to Settings to access the …

Use on-screen keyboard: Turn this on if you want to keep your virtual keyboard on the tablet’s screen when the physical keyboard is active. Keyboard shortcuts: Tap to display a list of useful keyboard …

Manage physical keyboard accessibility settings If you have limited reach, mobility, or strength, Android offers several physical keyboard accessibility features. These features are only available on Android …

On your Android device, open any app where you can enter text, like Gmail or Keep. At the bottom left of your keyboard, touch and hold the comma, then move your finger to access Settings .

Change your keyboard settings On your Android device, open the Settings app . Tap System Languages & input. Tap Virtual keyboard Gboard. Pick an option, like Glide typing or Voice input.

Official Gboard Help Center where you can find tips and tutorials on using Gboard and other answers to frequently asked questions.

Official Android Help Center where you can find tips and tutorials on using Android and other answers to frequently asked questions.

Turn on Handwriting On your Android phone or tablet, open any app that you can type in, like Gmail or Keep. Tap where you can enter text. Your keyboard will appear at the bottom of the screen. At the …