This 1-2-3 trick works on all smartphones and will speed up messaging

This 1-2-3 trick works on all smartphones and will speed up messaging

Would you like to learn a small but practical trick to make your phone even more efficient? Numbers and special characters can be entered more quickly with a small trick. The shortcut works for both iPhone users and those using an Android phone.

This shortcut is useful because it provides a quick and efficient way to input numbers and special characters while typing on a smartphone. It can help you save time by allowing users to shift between different keyboard layouts seamlessly. You will no longer need to navigate additional menus or press additional keys to access numbers of symbols. It is simple and intuitive and works on all types of mobile device. 

On Android devices, the shortcuts work as follows:

Switching to Numbers/Special Characters:

  • Hold down the "123" key on the keyboard. This action typically opens a layout with numbers and special characters.
  • While holding down the "123" key, select the desired number or special character you want to input.
  • Release the "123" key, and the keyboard will automatically switch back to the standard letter layout.

Adding a Period with a Space at the End of a Sentence:

  • For Android users, you may need to follow specific steps related to the autocorrect feature. Here are the general steps:
  • Go to "Settings" on your Android device.
  • Navigate to "System" > "Languages & input" > "Virtual keyboard" or "On-screen keyboard" > "Gboard" (Google Keyboard).
  • Find and disable the option for "double-space period."

These steps may vary slightly based on the Android device and version of the operating system, but they generally guide users to the keyboard settings where they can disable specific features like the double-space period, enabling them to insert a period with a space intentionally.

On an iPhone, the shortcut works as follows:

Switching to Numbers/Special Characters:

  • Open the keyboard on your iPhone.
  • Locate and hold down the "123" key on the keyboard. This action will switch the keyboard layout to numbers and special characters.
  • While holding down the "123" key, select the desired number or special character you want to input.
  • Release the "123" key, and the keyboard will automatically switch back to the standard letter layout.

Disabling Period Shortcut:

If you want to disable the shortcut that automatically inserts a period when you double-tap the spacebar at the end of a sentence, you can follow these steps:

  • Go to "Settings" on your iPhone.
  • Scroll down and select "General."
  • Tap on "Keyboard."
  • Find the switch for "." Shortcut and turn it off.

Disabling the period shortcut can be useful for those who prefer more control over when a period is inserted, especially if they don't want it to happen automatically when typing.