Simple Keyboard

An app for those who only need a keyboard and nothing more
AppID:rkr.simplekeyboard.inputmethod
Author:Unknown
License:Apache-2.0
Donation:
InRepoSince:2018-06-02
LastRepoUpdate:2026-01-26
LastAppUpdate:Unknown
LastVersion:6.3
Categories:Keyboard & IME, Writing
APK source:Github
Google Play:Check if it's there
icon This keyboard is created for those who only need a keyboard and nothing more.

To enable the keyboard:

* Open "Simple Keyboard" from your launcher
* Enable the Simple Keyboard (default system warning about tracking will be shown)
* Switch to Simple Keyboard from current Input Method (differs between keyboards, usually long-press space)
* To edit Simple Keyboard settings long-press "," or open system Settings, Languages & Input, Simple Keyboard.
* You can enable/disable all the input methods in Settings, Languages & Input, Manage Keyboards (differs between phones)

Features:

* Small size (<1MB)
* Adjustable keyboard height for more screen space
* Number row
* Swipe space to move pointer
* Delete swipe
* Custom theme colors
* Minimal permissions (only Vibrate)
* Ads-free

Features it doesn’t have and probably will never have:

* Emojis
* GIFs
* Spell checker
* Swipe typing
Hint: This app is available in both, F-Droid Main and IzzyOnDroid repos.
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While you can download the APKs here directly, you should preferably use an F-Droid client so the app stays up-to-date on your device.

Packages

Version 6.3 (2026-01-26) no RB details available help icon

Android Versions:
  • Target: 16.0
  • MinVer: 7.0
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Version 6.2 (2026-01-11) no RB details available help icon

Version 6.1 (2025-12-28) no RB details available help icon