How to Turn Off Swype on a Droid X

Switch back to the standard Droid X Multitouch keyboard.

The Motorola Droid X features a large screen and no physical keyboard, meaning that you must use a virtual keyboard to enter text. This particular phone comes with two virtual keyboards: Motorola's Multitouch keyboard and Swype, a keyboard that allows you to "draw" a word to enter it. If you're uncomfortable using the Swype keyboard, you can return to the Multitouch keyboard with a simple adjustment of Android's settings on the home screen.

Instructions

1. Press the "Power" button. Slide the unlock tab to the right to access the phone. Press the "Home" button.

2. Press the "Search" button. Tap the search bar and hold your finger on the screen. Tap "Input Method."

3. Tap "Multitouch Keyboard." The standard keyboard will appear in place of the Swype keyboard.

References

• Android Central: Android 101; How to Change Keyboards; Phil Nickinson; July 2010