Chinese Input Methods For Computers

Chinese Input Methods For Computers

Hundreds of Chinese input methods are available for entry of Chinese characters into computers, but most keyboard-based methods rely on either pinyin phonetic readings or root shapes in Chinese characters. Although the pinyin method is easier to learn, root shapes are often preferred by professional typists due to their faster input speed.

Other methods allow users to write characters on touchscreen, such as those on mobile phones and tablet computers.

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