The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G comes with Samsung’s default keyboard (Samsung Keyboard), but many users prefer Gboard, Google’s smart and customizable keyboard.
Gboard offers features like integrated Google search, voice typing, emoji suggestions, multilingual typing, and seamless glide typing.
If you’ve just installed or switched to Gboard, this guide will help you learn how to use the Gboard effectively on your Samsung Galaxy A17 & A17 5G.
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Install Google Keyboard
Before you start using the Gboard, you first need to download and install it. Locate the Google Play Store app on your home screen or in the app drawer. Tap the icon to open the Play Store.
If you’re opening it for the first time, you may be prompted to sign in with your Google account. Enter your credentials to proceed. If you’ve already added your Google account, you should be good to go.
Once inside the Play Store, tap the search function in the bottom-right corner of the screen. Then, type Gboard and press the search icon.
After finding it, tap on the name or icon in the search results. On the app’s page, click the Install button. Wait for Gboard to download and install. This should take a few seconds, depending on your internet speed.
Once the installation is complete, tap the Open button that appears on the app page in the Play Store. Alternatively, go to your home screen or app drawer and find the app icon to launch it.
Use Gboard On Galaxy A17
Once you install the Google keyboard, go through the steps to set it up, if it is the first time. First, tap on Enable In Settings and turn on the toggle next to Gboard. Tap on OK to confirm and go back to the app.
In the second set up step, tap on Select Input Method to set Gboard as your default keyboard. From the resulting pop-up, select Gboard.
Tap on Done to complete the set up. This will land you inside the Gboard settings. Customize the settings you may want to and then start using your Gboard.
To enable Gboard, launch the Settings app on your device, then scroll down to find General Management. Select the Keyboard List and Default option. Toggle on the Gboard option, incase it’s disabled. Then tap OK from the prompt.
Next, tap on Default Keyboard. You’ll see a list of available keyboards. Tap on Gboard to set it as your default keyboard.
With Gboard set as your default keyboard, you can now start using it to type on your A17.
Explore Gboard’s Basic Features
Here are some essential features you can use right away:
Glide typing: Slide your finger across the letters to type faster.
Voice typing: Tap the microphone icon to dictate your text.
Emoji & GIFs: Tap the emoji icon to access emojis, stickers, or GIFs.
Clipboard: Tap the clipboard icon to access copied text and recent items.
Google Translate: Tap the Translate icon (G) in the suggestion bar to translate as you type.
Use Gboard’s Smart Features
Gboard offers smart tools to enhance your typing:
Text prediction: Suggests the next word based on your typing pattern.
Personal dictionary: Add frequently used words or shortcuts.
Floating keyboard: Detach the keyboard from the bottom and move it anywhere on the screen.
One-handed mode: Shrink the keyboard for easier typing with one hand.
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