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9 Effective Ways to Fix Samsung Keyboard Lag in Galaxy Phones

ByJim Miller

Samsung phones come with their own keyboard app, the Samsung Keyboard, which offers various useful features like swipe typing, text shortcuts, automatic sticker suggestions, and more. However, if you're experiencing lag or slow loading times with the Samsung Keyboard app on your Galaxy phone, it can be frustrating. But don't worry, we've got you covered with some solutions to fix the Samsung keyboard lag for good.

1. Disable Power Saving Mode

Power saving mode is designed to extend battery life by disabling certain animations and reducing performance. However, this can also affect the speed and responsiveness of the keyboard app. To disable power saving mode on your Samsung phone:

  1. Open the Settings app and go to General management.
  2. Navigate to Battery and disable the toggle next to Power saving.

2. Modify Screen Refresh Rate

Some high-end Samsung Galaxy phones allow you to increase the screen refresh rate for better visuals and smoother animations. If the keyboard on your Samsung phone feels slow, try increasing the screen refresh rate:

  1. Open the Settings app and go to Display.
  2. Tap on Motion smoothness and select Adaptive from the menu.

3. Disable Messenger Chat Heads

Users have reported keyboard lag while using Facebook Messenger chat heads on their Samsung phones. Disabling chat heads can help fix this issue:

In the Messenger app, tap the profile icon in the top left corner and disable the toggle next to Chat heads.

4. Avoid Using Experimental Features in the Samsung Keyboard App

The Samsung keyboard app offers several experimental features. However, these features may not work properly and can cause lag. It's best to avoid using them if you're experiencing lag with the Samsung keyboard:

  1. Open the Settings app and tap on General management.
  2. Select Samsung Keyboard settings.
  3. Turn off any features with the Labs tag.

5. Disable Third-Party Content in Samsung Keyboard

The Samsung keyboard app allows you to access content from various third-party services. However, using too many extensions can cause lag, especially on low/mid-range phones. Try disabling third-party keyboard extensions to improve performance:

  1. Open the Settings app and go to General management.
  2. Tap Samsung Keyboard settings.
  3. Scroll down and tap Select third-party content to use.
  4. Disable all the extensions from the menu.

6. Update the Samsung Keyboard App

Using an outdated version of the Samsung keyboard app can lead to performance issues. Update the app from the Galaxy Store on your phone to ensure you have the latest bug fixes and performance improvements.

7. Clear Keyboard App Cache

Clearing the temporary files and cache of the Samsung keyboard app can help improve its performance:

  1. Open the Settings app and go to Apps.
  2. Tap the Filter and sort icon and enable Show system apps.
  3. Locate the Samsung keyboard app on the list and tap on it.
  4. Go to Storage and tap the Clear cache option at the bottom.

8. Reset Samsung Keyboard Settings

If the above tweaks haven't resolved the lag issue, you can try resetting the Samsung keyboard app to its default settings:

  1. Open the keyboard in any app and tap the Settings icon on the toolbar.
  2. Scroll down and select Reset to default settings.
  3. Tap the Reset keyboard settings option and confirm the reset.

9. Install Software Updates

Updating your phone's operating system is crucial for bug fixes and performance improvements. Don't ignore software updates:

Open the Settings app and tap on Software update. Then, tap Download and install to update your Samsung phone to the latest One UI version.

By following these effective tips, you can say goodbye to keyboard lag and enjoy a smooth typing experience on your Samsung Galaxy phone.