Entering text with word prediction

Ever started typing something you weren't sure how to spell? With word prediction, you'll see suggested words displayed just above the keyboard.

Note: Word prediction and next word prediction are enabled by default.

To enter text in word prediction mode, do any of the following:

• Tap the space bar to insert a highlighted word in the suggestion list.
• Tap a word from the suggestion list.
• Tap the arrow next to the suggestion list to see more choices.

Tip: In some keyboard languages such as English and Spanish, if you've accidentally chosen a wrong word from the suggestion list, you can go back and change it by tapping the word and selecting another suggestion.

Setting a second language for word prediction

You can set the word prediction to be bilingual. As you type, you’ll get word suggestions in the languages that you’ve selected.

Important: Bilingual prediction is available only when you're using a Latin-based keyboard.

1. Go to Settings, and then tap Language & input.
2. Tap beside HTC Sense Input.
3. Tap Keyboard selection > Bilingual prediction, and then choose the language you want.

Adding words and phrases to the word prediction dictionary

Add frequently-used names, acronyms, and even phrases to the word prediction dictionary to easily find them in the suggestion list.

Type even faster when you create text shortcuts to words and phrases. Instead of typing "‍Talk to you later"‍, save a few keystrokes by adding the ttyl shortcut. In your message or email, just type "‍ttyl"‍, and then tap the spacebar to enter the complete phrase.

Important: This feature is available only for Latin-based languages.

1. Go to Settings, and then tap Language & input.
2. Tap beside HTC Sense Input.
3. Tap Personal dictionary, choose which language you want to add a word for, and then tap .
4. Enter a word or phrase, and then enter its text shortcut.
5. Press to close the keyboard.
6. Press to save the word or phrase to the dictionary.

Editing or deleting words and phrases in the word prediction dictionary

1. Go to Settings, and then tap Language & input.
2. Tap beside HTC Sense Input.
3. Tap Personal dictionary, and then choose the dictionary language that you want to make changes in.
   • To edit a word, phrase, or shortcut, tap the item in the list and make your changes.
   • To delete an item, tap it and then tap .