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Why I Stopped Waiting for Rambler After Testing Gboard's Hidden Voice Tools

How Gboard's voice editing features are revolutionizing text input.

Android Police1 min

1Alternative to Voice Notes

For those who prefer typing over voice notes, Gboard's voice editing tools offer a quick and practical solution. These tools eliminate the drawbacks of voice notes.

2Detailed Editing Feature

Gboard's detailed editing feature allows precise changes to text using voice commands. This is particularly useful on small-screen devices.

3Effective Use of Commands

Voice commands are used to add, delete, or replace specific words in the text. This feature helps users edit their text faster and more accurately.

4Usage Limitations

The detailed editing feature only works on text near the cursor. This can require manual editing for longer texts and necessitates user caution.

5Adaptation Period

Getting used to voice editing tools takes some time. Users need to change their habits and learn new commands.

6Fix It Feature

The Fix It feature automatically corrects grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors in written text. This makes texts appear more professional.

7Structural Corrections

The Fix It feature only corrects structural errors and does not alter the meaning of the text. This preserves the originality of the user's text.

8History of Gboard

Gboard was first released for iOS in 2016 and later adapted for Android. This integrated Google's search power into any app's text field.

9GIF and Sticker Integration

Gboard uses Tenor's GIF library to allow users to share GIFs and stickers directly from their keyboard. This was facilitated by Google's acquisition of Tenor in 2018.

10Future Developments

Gboard's voice editing tools continue to evolve, making text input even easier. This enables users to work more efficiently and effectively.

Original article: Android Police — Gboard'un Gizli Ses Araçlarıyla Rambler'i Beklemeyi Bıraktım