FAQS
WHY ANOTHER INPUT METHOD?
Stringboard is designed to simplify Chinese typing, even for the most complex characters. Unlike existing input methods, our keyboard has no learning curve. It provides a more intuitive and faster typing experience by leveraging your existing Chinese handwriting knowledge.
HOW IS THIS DIFFERENT TO HANDWRITING?
Unlike handwriting recognition, Stringboard does not require you to write out entire characters, which can be slow. Instead, simply type out the strokes as you would write them. Most characters can be found within 3-4 taps.
HOW IS THIS DIFFERENT TO STROKE (筆劃) INPUT METHOD?
The stroke (筆劃) input method often needs many strokes before identifying the desired character. Stringboard streamlines this process by allowing you to enter both radicals and strokes, significantly speeding up the search and selection of characters.
IS IT AVAILABLE ON IOS, ANDROID AND DESKTOP?
Our app currently available on iOS only, but we are working on an Android version and plan to develop desktop versions for Mac and Windows!
IS STRINGBOARD FREE?
Yes, it is 100% free to download and use the Stringboard app.
DOES IT SUPPORT SIMPLIFIED AND TRADITIONAL?
Yes, Stringboard currently supports Simplified and Traditional character suggestions, as well as Cantonese. Simply toggle between different modes using the button to the right of the space bar.