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FlickBoard

FlickBoard is an Android keyboard that uses large keys and directional swipes instead of a conventional full QWERTY layout.

About FlickBoard

FlickBoard is an Android keyboard that uses large keys and directional swipes instead of a conventional full QWERTY layout. To type a letter shown in the middle of a key, the user taps it. Letters placed at a key’s corners are entered by swiping in the corresponding direction. This arrangement reduces the number of keys while giving each one a larger touch area. The keyboard does not predict words or automatically correct spelling. Its design leaves text choices to the user and relies on learning the tap and swipe positions through practice. The product description presents this approach as a way to build muscle memory, reduce accidental key presses, and type by touch on a phone. FlickBoard is suited to users who prefer predictable input and are willing to learn a different keyboard layout. Since it has no predictive or correction features, users should expect to enter words as intended rather than relying on suggestions. The supplied information describes the central interaction model but does not list language support or customization options.

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