Google Input Tools
Input Tools lets you type in the language of your choice.
What is Google Input Tools?
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Summary
By installing this extension, you agree to the Terms of Service at http://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/terms/.
Switch to typing in a different language with the click of the mouse, and switch back just as easily. The Google Input Tools extension provides virtual keyboards for over 90 languages, full IMEs or direct transliteration for over 30 different scripts, and handwriting input for over 40 languages.
What's New?
✓ Adds Hoocąk, Makah langauges. ✓ Updates some on screen keyboards.
Usage Instructions:
When you first install the extension, click on the extension icon, then select "Extension Options" in the pop-up menu. A new tab will appear where you can select your preferred languages or input methods. The keyboards, IMEs or handwriting input you add to 'Selected input tools' can be enabled at any time from the extension itself. You can always return to this options page to add, remove, or change the order of your input tools.
input tool, simply click on the extension icon, select the desired language tool in the pop-up menu, then click on any text box on the web page. To turn off an input tool, click on the extension icon and select the "Turn Off" option.
User reviews
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Pros
- Helpful and quick
- Works well for some languages
- Useful for typing in different languages
Cons
- Doesn't work on some websites
- Problems with cursor placement
- Disappearing text without warning
Most mentioned
- Doesn't work on some websites
- Cursor placement
- Disappearing text without warning
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Safety
Risk impact
Google Input Tools is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install Google Input Tools if you trust the publisher.
Risk likelihood
Google Input Tools has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.
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