T9 Word

[jetrost]

For reference: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T9_%28predictive_text%29

I am not too savvy on how one would implement such a feature, but from those I've seen on the marketplace, there is much to be improved upon. I don't imagine it would be terribly difficult to create such a feature, considering the basis which is already established in the Smart Keyboard PRO app.

The best (free) T9 app that I have found is the Handcent Keyboard plug-in for the Handcent SMS app. It has a problem with a limited dictionary, and the inability to use multi-tap input. But baring those facets, it is a good example of the type of portrait-mode keyboard I've been waiting for.

[I believe there are proprietary keyboards for Android that implement T9 word, such as that found on the HTC Touch. (may not be accurate, as I am recalling this from a vague memory.) However, I tried to install the IME on a Motorola Droid, and it Force-Closes every time.]

[cyril]

Yes I could add compact layouts, with 2 or more letters per key. But there will be more urgent things to fix before

[walda]

Hi,

me again.

i would like that too. no hurry...

Thx
Walter

[nick.koutrelakos]

i'd like t9 too..

simple default phone layout, not the blackberry compact qwerty.

keyboard has been awesome since 1.11