I was curious after seeing these posts, and found this article, the complete text is after the link. https://www.google.com/amp/www.cultofmac.com/429335/10-things-you-should-know-about-googles-gboard-keyboard/amp/ 7 months ago 10 things you should know about Google’s Gboard keyboard [X]Killian Bell 7 months ago [Gboard on iPhone.]
Gboard on iPhone. Google now offers its very own keyboard for iOS<http://www.cultofmac.com/428111/googles-first-ios-keyboard-has-built-in-search-gifs-and-more/>, and it’s awesome. It’s packed full of useful features like glide typing and built-in search, and it has a clean and simple design that’s a pleasure to type on. It’s probably the best third-party keyboard on iPhone. But there are 10 things you should know about Gboard before you get set up. 1. It’s not watching what you type [Every third-party keyboard requires this warning on iOS.]<http://cdn.cultofmac.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/IMG_0532.jpg>Every third-party keyboard requires this warning on iOS. Screenshot: Cult of Mac You may have seen tweets from Google bashers who think the company is using Gboard to keep tabs on every single thing you type on your iPhone. But in actual fact, that’s not the case. Granting Gboard “full access” will summon a scary popup that warns it could collect the words you type — but you will see this with every single third-party keyboard you install. The warning isn’t exclusive to Gboard, and Google makes it clear during setup that it will only collect search results. What’s more, Gboard doesn’t even give you the option to sign in with your Google account. So even if it is looking at your searches, the company doesn’t know they’re yours. The searches you make in Gboard will not show up in your Google Search history. 2. You can glide type [Glide typing in action.]<http://cdn.cultofmac.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Gboard-glide-typing.gif>Glide typing in action. Photo: Google It’s difficult to tap type on a touchscreen when you only have one hand free — especially if you have the larger iPhone Plus. But with Gboard, you can swipe to type. If you’ve switched to iPhone from Android, you’ve probably used glide typing in the past. You simply glide your thumb over the keys you need, and Gboard will identify the word you want and insert it. It’s so much faster that tapping, and you’ll be surprised by how accurate it is. But be warned: Once you get used to glide typing, you’ll never go back to tapping. 3. The space bar is a trackpad <http://cdn.cultofmac.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/IMG_0533.jpg>It’s more than just a space bar. Screenshot: Cult of Mac You know how you can press firmly on the keyboard to move the cursor on an iPhone 6s<http://www.cultofmac.com/389863/3d-touch-turns-iphone-6s-keyboard-into-a-touchpad/>? Well, with Gboard, you can simply swipe back and forth on the space bar, which means you get a useful trackpad that will allow you to move your cursor between text even on older devices. 4. Get instant search results [It's as easy as that!]<http://cdn.cultofmac.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Gboard-search.gif>It’s as easy as that! Photo: Google So, you’ve booked at a table at your favorite restaurant for this weekend, but none of your friends know how to get there. Usually, you would open your browser, search for the restaurant, find the address, then copy and paste it into a text and sent it. But with Gboard, Google Search is built-in, so none of that is necessary. During the conversation, simply tap the Google button, type in your search, tap a result, and the information is automatically pasted into your message. You can also search for GIFs and YouTube videos. 5. Search for emoji [Finding emoji couldn't be easier.]<http://cdn.cultofmac.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Gboard-emoji-search.gif>Finding emoji couldn’t be easier. Photo: Google You know there’s an emoji that’s perfect for this moment, but with hundreds to choose from, you just can’t find it. With Gboard, you can just search for it. Tap the emoji button, then the search bar, then type things like “angry,” “pizza,” “cat,” and “car” and you’ll see all relevant emoji characters in an instant. 6. Customize it <http://cdn.cultofmac.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/IMG_0534.jpg>Gboard lets you customize more than you might think. Screenshot: Cult of Mac If you open up the Gboard app, you’ll find all kinds of options that let you customize the keyboard to your liking. Don’t want glide typing? You can disable it. You can also toggle things like auto-correction, auto-capitalization, enable caps lock, and lots more. You can also customize your search settings, clear your search history and custom dictionary, and provide Google with feedback. 7. Get to Gboard faster <http://cdn.cultofmac.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/IMG_0535.jpg>Get to Gboard faster! Screenshot: Cult of Mac iOS still doesn’t handle third-party keyboards as well as it should, so even after you’ve activated Gboard, you’ll find the default iOS keyboard still appears from time to time. Rather than tapping the globe button over and over to get Gboard back, just tap and hold it, wait for your keyboard options to pop up, then slide your thumb onto Gboard and release. 8. Gboard can’t enter passwords <http://cdn.cultofmac.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/IMG_0536.jpg>You can’t use Gboard here. Screenshot: Cult of Mac Sometimes the default iOS keyboard will appear, and it’s the only keyboard you’ll be able to use. That’s because Apple won’t allow you to use third-party keyboards when entering passwords in iOS. This can be annoying, but it’s probably for our own good. 9. Gboard can’t do dictation <http://cdn.cultofmac.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/IMG_0537.jpg>Gboard can’t do dictation. Screenshot: Cult of Mac Apple doesn’t allow third-party keyboards to use dictation<http://www.cultofmac.com/303653/apple-limits-dictation-keyboard/>, either, so no matter how hard you search for that microphone key, you won’t find it. Unfortunately, if you rely on dictation a lot, you’re probably better off sticking with the default iOS keyboard. 10. It’s not available outside the U.S. <http://cdn.cultofmac.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/IMG_0539.jpg>Don’t bother looking for Gboard outside the U.S. Screenshot: Cult of Mac Gboard is currently only available to those who live in the U.S., or have a U.S. iTunes account, so you won’t find it in the App Store in other countries. 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Taylor <[email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>> wrote: Mary, As always, my greatest concern about using third-party keyboards is the fact that everything one enters can be accessed by the developer. I believe there is a ULA that one must agree to when installing a third-party keyboard, is there not? Mark -----Original Message----- From: [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Mary Otten Sent: Wednesday, December 14, 2016 11:43 AM To: [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> Subject: Gboard That is apparently the name of the Google keyboard for iOS. I wonder if anyone has tried it and whether it works with voiceover. For me, the most interesting thing about it is that it seemingly includes a number row, without having to switch like you do with the standard Apple keyboard. That would be nice. Mary Sent from my iPhone -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list. 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