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SwiftKey gains GIF support, new keyboard shortcuts, more languages in newest update

By Cosmin Vasile

Updated: Jun 29, 2017, 4:22 PM

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SwiftKey gains GIF support, new keyboard shortcuts, more languages in newest update

After testing a couple of new features through its beta channel, SwiftKey announced a new update is available for Android users of its keyboard app. Aside from the usual list of new languages supported by SwiftKey, the developers confirmed the addition of new functionalities.

First off, SwitfKey for Android now supports GIFs, but only in categories. All GIFs can be accessed from the emoji panel in case you plan on using any. Then, there are new keyboard shortcuts for Bluetooth and hard keyboards.

The new update adds support for Tamlish and Tamil transliteration. Also, transliteration is now supported in Bangla, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi and Telugu.

Two fixes have been implemented as well, which should address an issue that would crash the app when deleting punctuation in the Japanese layout, and another one when deleting “!”

If you're part of SwiftKey's beta program, then you already benefit from most of these features. If not, you can update to the latest version that has just been released in the Google Play Store.

source: Google Play via AndroidPolice

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Cosmin, a tech journalist with a career spanning over a decade, brings a wealth of experience to PhoneArena. His expertise lies in brands like Samsung and Nokia, and he has a keen interest in innovative technologies. After a brief stint in PR, Cosmin returned to tech journalism in 2016, committed to delivering clear and objective news. When he's not writing or appearing as a guest on TV and radio shows, Cosmin enjoys playing RPGs, watching Netflix, and nurturing his passion for history and travel.

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