The ninth version of the iOS operating system is already actively used by iPhone owners. As a result of its update, the predictive text input function has become Russified. This option is not new, it has appeared since the release of the eighth version of iOS. However, Russian-speaking iPhone owners only after the release of iOS 9 beta 1 were able to fully use the predictive set. What does this concept mean? How to activate this option in your smartphone? The answer to these and other questions can be found in the article below.
Predictive dialing - what is it?
The word "predictive" comes from the English predictive. Translated into Russian, this means "predictive." Predictive typing is a system that allows you to enter words in digital devices in an accelerated mode. At the same time, the operating system in the process of writing offers options for the words used and even phrases that are present in its dictionary. The software also allows you to correct errors by replacing the wrong word with its correct counterpart.
On mobile devices, a feature such as predictive dialing is common. Whatit gives the owner of the device? With this option, you can easily and quickly compose short messages, electronic notes and other text documents.
The following is a detailed description of the predictive dial feature on iPhone.
Description of iPhone predictive typing
The essence of predictive text input is as follows. The system predicts the typed word even before the user has typed it. The option suggests available options based on previous typing experience. The best one can be selected with one touch.
In the eighth version of the operating system of Apple devices, there was already a predictive set. iOS 9 offers a Russified version of such a useful option. Its use significantly reduces the typing time, because the system gives hints. The predictive typing feature suggests words or even combinations of words to continue the phrase by analyzing messages you have previously written.
This option is self-learning. After analyzing your speaking style, the predictive typing feature suggests suggestive words that match your specific writing style. For example, for business communication via e-mail, the option will use a more formal style, and when composing short messages, it will be conversational.
Hints are given on a special panel located above the iPhone keyboard.
How do I enable predictive typing?
Predictive typing option after installing iOS 9 by defaultwill be active. If it is still turned off, then you should do the following:
- Go to Settings on iPhone.
- Select "Basic".
- In the menu that opens, open the "Keyboard" section.
- Move the slider next to the "Predictive Dial" item to the right, thereby activating this option.
How to hide the predictive typing bar?
Help panel takes up extra space above the keyboard. In order to remove it for a while, you just need to hide it by swiping down with your finger.
This action is different from disabling the Predictive Dialing feature described above. iPhone in this case makes it easy to restore the panel with suggested word options without leaving the typing window. To do this, just swipe up on the screen.
Predictive Dialing Setup
Since the seventh version of iOS, the iPhone keyboard has been equipped with a small Shift key, which was sometimes difficult to press. The ninth version of Apple's operating system provided the text input tool with a wide, comfortable button.
The functions of the Shift key have also been changed. Users no longer have to press this button every time they need to enter a capital character. The key can be pressed. As long as it is not returned to its original position, when entering text, uppercase will be used. If suchIf you don't like the new feature, you can turn off the option in "Settings" and use the old dialing method.
Keyboard settings allow you to use the following functions when entering text: "Autocaps", "Autocorrect", "Spelling", "Enabled Caps Lock", "Symbol Preview", "Shortcut Key". The last option involves inserting a period when you double-tap the spacebar. All of these options can be enabled or disabled at will of the iPhone owner.
The following will describe what's new in iOS 9 Predictive Dialing.
New predictive typing features
The ninth version of iOS has made some changes to the way you use the Predictive Dial feature. What are these improvements? For example, now on both sides of the screen there are buttons for quick text editing. Their purpose is to provide quick and easy access to those commands that are used most often. For example, while composing an email, the keys available are Redo, Undo, Italic, Bold, Underline, Move Right, and Move Left.
These buttons change depending on the applications that use the dialer. For example, if a piece of text is selected, the options "Redo" and "Undo" will change to "Copy" and "Cut". Styles, Pictures, Sketches, and more will be available in the Notes app. iPhone owners can customize all of these buttons to make working with text simple and convenient.
Trackpad Mode
Trackpad is a keyboard that combines standard buttons and a touch interface. Depending on the force of pressing, such a device determines what action the owner of the iPhone wants to perform: type text or access a number of other commands.
Trackpad mode is available on the Apple 6S and 6S Plus smartphones. To activate it, you need to press the iPhone display with a little effort when working with a text document. After that, the functions of selecting and editing text will become available when using the "Predictive typing" option. Now the cursor can be freely moved over the text. When you press the display once, a specific text fragment will be highlighted. A double click will mark the whole sentence in the body of the document, a triple click will mark the entire paragraph.
Conclusion
Thanks to the new version of iOS 9 beta 1, which provided the iPhone with Russified predictive typing, the usual smartphone keyboard has turned into a "smart" one. Using a special mechanism, this option predicts the next words and phrases, displaying them on a special panel. You can choose the best option with one touch. The function is self-learning. The more often it is used, the higher the quality of its hints will be. The article defines predictive typing and describes how to properly enable and configure this option in iPhone.
