How do I change the default keyboard on my Android phone?

Use the quick keyboard switcher while typing.

  1. Open any app where you type, like Messages or WhatsApp.
  2. Tap in a text box so your current keyboard appears.
  3. Look for a small keyboard icon in the navigation bar or notification shade.
  4. Tap it, then pick your new keyboard from the list.

Android remembers your last choice in most apps, so you switch without digging into Settings.