Why should you change the default keyboard on your Android phone? The default Samsung keyboard could be better. For example, word prediction and touch response could use some improvements.

You can replace the default Android keyboard with alternatives such as SwiftKey and Typewise—here's how to swap the keyboard on an Android phone.

Google is testing a new keyboard switcher button in Android 15 QPR1 that's faster and more one-handed friendly.

Android keyboard not appearing? Try these proven fixes—from restarting and cache clears to checking default input settings for a quick solution.