How to Delete Learned Words From Android Keyboard

Are you tired of your Android keyboard suggesting words that you have never typed before? The predictive text feature in Android is useful, but it can also be frustrating. If you’ve ever sent a text or an email with a word that was incorrect or embarrassing, it’s time to learn how to delete learned words from Android keyboard.

In this blog post, we will show you how to remove words that are no longer relevant from your Android keyboard’s dictionary. We will go through three different methods, and explain the pros and cons of each method. Let’s get started!

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What’s Needed

Before we dive into the methods, here are a few things that you will need. First, make sure that you have the latest version of the Android operating system. Second, you will need to have a keyboard app installed on your device. There are many different keyboard apps available on the Google Play Store, such as Gboard, SwiftKey, and Fleksy. Finally, you will need to have some time set aside to work through each method.

What requires your focus?

To successfully delete learned words from your Android keyboard, you will need to focus on the following:

– Understanding how the predictive text feature works
– Knowing where to find the keyboard settings on your device
– Paying close attention to the steps outlined in each method

Now, let’s take a look at the three different methods to delete learned words from Android keyboard.

Method 1: Clear the Keyboard Cache

The first method involves clearing the keyboard cache. This will not only remove learned words from your Android keyboard’s dictionary, but it will also clear any other data stored in the cache. Here’s how to do it:

1. Open the Settings app on your Android device.
2. Scroll down and tap on "Apps" or "Apps & notifications," depending on your device.
3. Find your keyboard app from the list of apps installed on your device and tap on it.
4. Tap on "Storage & cache."
5. Tap on "Clear cache" and confirm that you want to proceed.

Pros:
– This method is quick and easy to perform.
– It will clear all data stored in the keyboard app’s cache, which can help improve performance.

Cons:
– You will lose any settings or preferences that were stored in the cache, such as your keyboard theme or sound settings.
– It will clear all words from the learned words list, even the ones that you still want to use.

Method 2: Use the Android Keyboard Settings

The second method involves using the keyboard settings within the Android operating system. This method will differ slightly depending on which keyboard app you are using, but the steps below are a general guide that should work for most apps. Here are the steps:

1. Open the Settings app on your Android device.
2. Tap on "System" or "General management," depending on your device.
3. Tap on "Language and input."
4. Tap on "Virtual keyboard" or "On-screen keyboard."
5. Tap on your keyboard app from the list of installed keyboards.
6. Tap on "Text correction" or "Auto-correction."
7. Find the option that says "Learn from this device" or "Personalized suggestions" and turn it off.

Pros:
– You can turn off the predictive text feature without losing other settings or preferences.
– This method is built into the Android operating system and should work with most keyboard apps.

Cons:
– The exact location of the keyboard settings may differ depending on your device and keyboard app.
– You may still see some learned words until the cache is cleared.

Method 3: Manually Remove Words From the Dictionary

The third method involves manually removing words from the dictionary. This method will allow you to selectively remove words that you no longer want to see suggested in your keyboard. Here are the steps:

1. Open the Settings app on your Android device.
2. Tap on "System" or "General management," depending on your device.
3. Tap on "Language and input."
4. Tap on "Virtual keyboard" or "On-screen keyboard."
5. Tap on your keyboard app from the list of installed keyboards.
6. Tap on "Text correction" or "Auto-correction."
7. Tap on "Personal dictionary" or "User dictionary."
8. Find the word or phrase that you want to remove and tap on it.
9. Tap on "Delete" or "Remove," depending on your device.

Pros:
– You can selectively remove words from the dictionary without losing other settings or preferences.
– You can fine-tune the list of learned words to better reflect your typing habits.

Cons:
– This method can be time-consuming if you have many words to remove.
– You may accidentally delete words that you still want to use.

Why Can’t I Delete Learned Words From Android Keyboard?

There are a few reasons why you may not be able to delete learned words from your Android keyboard. Here are some possible reasons and their fixes:

1. Your keyboard app doesn’t support deleting learned words: Some keyboard apps do not allow users to manually remove words from the dictionary. In this case, you may need to try a different keyboard app that does support this feature.
2. The word is a system dictionary word: Some words are part of the system dictionary and cannot be removed. This is especially true for Android devices with factory-installed keyboards. In this case, you may need to try one of the other methods to remove learned words.
3. Your device is running an old version of Android: If your device is not running the latest version of Android, the keyboard settings may be located in a different place, or the feature to delete learned words may not be available. To fix this, update your device to the latest version of Android.

Implications and Recommendations

Deleting learned words from your Android keyboard can have some implications. For example, you may need to spend more time typing out words that you had previously relied on your keyboard to suggest. However, the benefits of having a tidy and accurate keyboard dictionary far outweigh the potential downsides.

In terms of recommendations, we suggest that you try all three methods outlined in this blog post to find the one that works best for you. It’s also a good idea to periodically review your keyboard dictionary to ensure that it only contains relevant words.

FAQs

Q: Will deleting learned words from my Android keyboard affect my other devices?

A: No, deleting learned words from your Android keyboard will only affect that device. If you use the same keyboard app on multiple devices, you will need to repeat the process on each device.

Q: How often should I review my keyboard dictionary?

A: We recommend that you review your keyboard dictionary at least once a month. This will help ensure that it only contains relevant words and phrases.

Q: I accidentally deleted a word from my keyboard dictionary. Can I get it back?

A: No, once a word has been deleted from your keyboard dictionary, it cannot be recovered. However, if you find that you need to use the word frequently, you can always manually add it back to the dictionary.

Q: What if I want to delete all learned words from my Android keyboard?

A: The easiest way to delete all learned words from your Android keyboard is to clear the keyboard cache. This will remove all data, including learned words, from the keyboard app.

Q: Can I delete learned words from my Android keyboard on an iPhone or iPad?

A: No, this blog post is specific to Android devices only. If you want to delete learned words from the keyboard on an iPhone or iPad, you will need to follow a different set of instructions.

In Conclusion

Deleting learned words from your Android keyboard can be a tedious process, but it is necessary if you want to maintain a tidy and accurate keyboard dictionary. We hope that the three methods outlined in this blog post have given you a good starting point for removing unwanted words. Remember to periodically review your keyboard dictionary to ensure that it only contains relevant words and phrases. Happy typing!