Cantonese Keyboard Cangjie Input – 速成廣東話鍵盤 – Quick Cangjie Online Typing (Hong Kong)
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User Guide to the Quick Cangjie (Cantonese Voice Input)/English Virtual Keyboard (廣東話快倉鍵盤，支援語音輸入、英文打字、翻譯，使用繁體中文，專為香港用戶設計)
Welcome to the free Cantonese Online Keyboard by Dozro! This guide will walk you through all the features of our dual-language virtual keyboard (廣東話快倉鍵盤), designed to make typing in both English and Traditional Chinese for Hong Kong simple and efficient. This keyboard uses the Quick Cangjie (速成輸入法) input method, one of the most popular shape-based systems for typing Traditional Chinese characters. This is a complete Cantonese keyboard (廣東話鍵盤) solution for all your needs. This keyboard includes character variants from both simplified and traditional Chinese, such as 尧 and 尭, or 豬 and 猪. It also includes rare and extended Unicode traditional Chinese characters, as well as CJK ideographs.
Type faster with the Cantonese Quick Cangjie Keyboard – 倉頡輸入法・快速倉頡 – featuring microphone voice typing, an English dual keyboard, and HK‑optimized 倉頡輸入法 for smooth, accurate input. This keyboard is specifically designed for the people of Hong Kong to ensure accurate speech recognition for voice typing in Cantonese accent. It is also suitable for users in Guangzhou, Guangxi, Taiwan, Macau, and Chinese communities in Canada and Malaysia.
What is Quick Cangjie? 快倉頡是什麼？
Quick Cangjie, known as Simplified Cangjie (速成, also known as 簡易) is a stroke‑based Chinese input method (中文輸入法) derived from the full Cangjie system (倉頡輸入法), but simplified for easier learning and faster adoption in everyday use. Instead of typing the complete sequence of Cangjie radicals for each character, users enter only the first and last keystrokes of its Cangjie code, then choose the desired character from a pop‑up candidate list (候選字列表), as in this Quick Cangjie keyboard by Dozro. This greatly reduces the memorization burden compared to the full Cangjie method, making Quick Cangjie especially popular in Hong Kong and Macau, where it comes pre‑installed on most Traditional Chinese‑capable systems. On Windows 11, it appears as “Microsoft Quick” under Traditional Chinese Hong Kong SAR input settings, while on macOS it is available as the Sucheng input method. By striking a balance between accessibility and the ability to type the full range of Traditional Chinese characters, Quick Cangjie remains a key tool for efficient character entry in Cantonese‑speaking regions.
Boost Your Typing Speed with 快速倉頡 — The Smarter 倉頡輸入法 for Hong Kong Users
Compared to the traditional 倉頡輸入法, 快速倉頡 offers a faster learning curve and higher input speed by reducing the number of keystrokes required for each character. With fewer strokes to remember, users can enjoy the precision and versatility of 倉頡輸入法 while typing more efficiently — perfect for everyday communication, professional work, and anyone seeking to boost productivity without sacrificing accuracy.
Core Features (核心功能)
Expanded Quick Cangjie Dictionary (擴充速成碼表): A comprehensive, frequency-sorted dictionary with thousands of common Traditional Chinese characters.
Phrase Matching (詞語聯想): After selecting a character, the keyboard intelligently suggests common words and phrases, dramatically speeding up typing.
Dual Language Mode (雙語模式): Seamlessly switch between the Cantonese keyboard and a standard English QWERTY keyboard with a single click.
Voice-to-Text (語音輸入): Use your microphone for hands-free dictation in both Cantonese (Hong Kong dialect) and English (Hong Kong accent).
Rich Symbol Sets (豐富的符號集): Access a wide range of punctuation and custom cultural symbols using the Shift and AltGr keys.
Full Suite of Tools (全套工具): Includes an emoji panel, text management tools (Undo, Redo, Copy), and a one-click translate button.
Physical Keyboard Support (實體鍵盤支援): Use your computer's keyboard to type Cangjie codes and select candidates with number keys for a fast, mouse-free experience.
How to Use the Keyboard (如何使用鍵盤)
Typing and Switching Languages (打字與語言切換)
Your final text appears in the main text area. In Cantonese mode, the two bars below it are for your Cangjie code input and the character selection window.
Language Switching (語言切換): To switch between Cantonese and English, click the English/速成 button. The keyboard layout will update instantly.
Typing with Quick Cangjie (使用速成輸入法)
The Quick Cangjie method is based on the shape of Chinese characters. You only need to type two keys: the key for the first radical and the key for the last radical of the character.
Enter Radicals (輸入字根): With the keyboard in Cantonese mode, press the two letter keys corresponding to the character's first and last radicals. The radicals will appear in the Cangjie Composition Bar (倉頡輸入欄).
View Suggestions (查看候選字): After you type the second radical, a list of matching Chinese characters will automatically appear in the Candidate Window (候選字窗), each with a number.
Select a Character (選擇字元):
Click the character you want with your mouse.
Press the corresponding number key (
1,2,3...) on your physical keyboard.
After a character is selected, the composition bar and candidate window will clear, ready for the next code.
Quick Cangjie Keyboard: Usage Examples (使用快速倉頡鍵盤嘅例子)
Here are some examples demonstrating how to type characters and phrases using the Quick Cangjie input method.
To type: 香味 (Xiāngwèi - Fragrance)
Type
h(竹) anda(日). Select 香 from the character list.The candidate window will update. Select the phrase 香味.
To type: 堂弟相伴 (Táng dì xiāngbàn - Cousin's company)
Type
f(火) andg(土). Select 堂 from the character list.The candidate window will update. Select the phrase 堂弟相伴.
To type: 弟弟 (Dìdì - Younger Brother)
Type
c(金) andh(竹). Select 弟 from the character list.The candidate window will update. Select the phrase 弟弟.
To type: 遊覽勝地 (Yóulǎn shèngdì - Tourist Attraction)
Type
y(卜) andd(木). Select 遊 from the character list.The candidate window will update. Press the “>” button on virtual keyboard or forward arrow (→) on physical keyboard.
Select the phrase 遊覽勝地.
To type: 牛奶奶家 (Niúnǎinai jiā - Milk shop)
Type
h(竹) andq(手). Select 牛 from the character list.The candidate window will update with phrases like 牛奶. Select the phrase 牛奶.
After 牛奶 is entered, the window will update again.
Press the “>” button on virtual keyboard or forward arrow (→) on physical keyboard.
Select the phrase 牛奶奶家.
Understanding the Keyboard Layout (理解鍵盤佈局)
Cangjie Radicals (倉頡字根)
Quick Cangjie is a shape-based system, not a phonetic one. This means it does not use diacritics, vowels, or special consonants. Instead, the letters A-Y are mapped to 24 fundamental Chinese character components (radicals). The Z key is used for special characters. The keyboard keys display both the Chinese radical and the corresponding English letter.
Extended Punctuation on the Shift Layer
When the Cantonese keyboard is active, pressing the Shift key transforms the letter keys into a quick-access panel for common Chinese and full-width punctuation. This makes it easier and fast to type formal text.
The new symbols are arranged as follows:
Number Row (
1to0):! @ # $ % … & * （ ）Top Letter Row (
QtoP):「 」 『 』 〔 〕 〈 〉 “ ”Middle Letter Row (
AtoL):— · ～ ※ ◎ ☆ ★ → ←Bottom Letter Row (
ZtoM):《 》 、 ？！ ○ ●Punctuation Keys:
Shift +
,→▲Shift +
.→△Shift +
/→？Shift +
\→、Shift +
;→：Shift +
'→‘
Special Characters: The AltGr Key (特殊字符：AltGr 鍵)
The AltGr key unlocks a third layer of symbols. This layer is identical in both modes for consistency and inserts characters directly into the main text area.
Top Numbers Row (上排數字鍵): ` (🥇 1st Place Medal), 1 ($ Dollar Sign), 2 (€ Euro Sign), 3 (£ Pound Sign), 4 (¢ Cent Sign), 5 (₿ Bitcoin Sign), 6 (₣ Franc Sign), 7 (¥ Yen Sign), 8 (﷼ Rial Sign), 9 (₹ Rupee Sign), 0 (₩ Won Sign), - (₤ Lira Sign), = (💰 Money Bag)
Alphabet (A-Z) Keys (字母鍵): a (© Copyright), b (月), c (金), d (木), e (📋 Clipboard), f (☰ Trigram for Heaven), g (… Ellipsis), h (⋮ Vertical Ellipsis), i (🔗 Link), j (✆ Telephone), k (► Play), l (🔊 Speaker), m (¶ Pilcrow), n (弓), o (°C Celsius), p (°F Fahrenheit), q (🗐 Page), r (✓ Check Mark), s (® Registered), t (✘ Ballot X), u (🔍 Magnifying Glass), v (女), w (✂ Scissors), x (📲 Mobile Phone), z (健 -> inserts 身體健康)
Punctuation & Other Keys (標點符號及其他鍵): [ (× Multiply), ] (÷ Divide), \ (± Plus-Minus), ; (⏎ Return), ' (⚙️ Gear), , (∞ Infinity), . (√ Square Root), / (⭐ Star)
Traditional Chinese (Cantonese) Common Phrases
On an English keyboard, you can access all the above symbols using the AltGr key. However, on a Cantonese keyboard, some of these symbols are replaced with the following phrases, commonly used in Hong Kong and Taiwan.
健: Displays on the AltGr + Z key and types: 身體健康.
財: Displays on the AltGr + X key and types: 恭喜發財.
萬: Displays on the AltGr + C key and types: 萬事如意.
心: Displays on the AltGr + V key and types: 心想事成.
風: Displays on the AltGr + B key and types: 一路順風.
情: Displays on the AltGr + N key and types: 有情人終成眷屬.
Voice Typing and Other Tools (語音輸入及其他工具)
速成廣東話鍵盤
Voice Typing (語音輸入)
Click the Microphone (🎤) button to start voice typing. Your browser may ask for permission to use your microphone; please click "Allow." The status message will show "Listening..." as it converts your speech to text.
Language Recognition (語言識別): The speech-to-text engine is configured for specific dialects to improve accuracy.
Cantonese Mode: Uses language code
yue-Hant-HKfor Cantonese (Traditional, Hong Kong).English Mode: Uses language code
en-HKfor English (Hong Kong).
Auto Punctuation (自動標點)
The Auto Punct. button helps you end sentences quickly. When activated, it will automatically add a period (. or 。) and a space after you finish speaking with the voice typing feature.
Note: if your microphone isn't working, please refer to this article for troubleshooting steps. The microphone and voice typing features work best in Google Chrome.
Other Tools (其他工具)
Candidate Pagination (候選字翻頁): If there are too many character suggestions to fit in the window,
<and>arrows will appear. Click them or use your physical left/right arrow keys to navigate through pages of options.Text Management (文本管理): Use
Undo,Redo,Copy, andClear Allto manage your text efficiently.Emoji Keyboard (表情符號鍵盤): Click the smiley face to access a full emoji panel for adding expressive characters to your text.
Translate Feature (廣東話同英文翻譯)
The virtual keyboard features a handy Translate button that allows you to swiftly translate your typed text.
How it Works:
Bilingual Text Translation: When the Cantonese keyboard is active, clicking the “Translate” button will convert text from Cantonese to English. Conversely, when the English keyboard is active, clicking “Translate” will convert text from English to Cantonese, using Google Translate.
Steps:
Type or voice-type any text into the main text area.
Click or tap the Translate button.
If the text area is empty, a temporary message "Type text first!" will appear, and no new tab will open.
If there is text in the text area, a new browser tab will automatically open, redirecting you to Google Translate.
Your typed text will be pre-filled into Google Translate's input field.
Google Translate will automatically detect the source language of your text.
The translation will be displayed in the automatically selected target language (English if Cantonese keyboard was active, Cantonese if English keyboard was active).
Important Note for Mobile Users:
On mobile devices with the Google Translate app, clicking "Translate" might open the installed app instead of the web page, and it may not pre-fill your text. To work around this, click "Copy" first to save your text, then "Translate," and paste it in the app. If you haven't installed the Google Translate app on your mobile phone, the Translate feature of our keyboard will work perfectly on mobile as intended.
Physical Keyboard Synchronization (用實體電腦鍵盤嘅按鍵輸入廣東話)
This virtual keyboard will synchronize with your physical keyboard using a computer. If you use the Shift or Caps Lock keys on your physical keyboard, the characters on the virtual keyboard will change accordingly. When you press an English letter on your physical keyboard, it will be converted into a Traditional Chinese character when using the Cantonese virtual keyboard.
Responsive Design (鍵盤可以喺電腦同手機上面用)
This virtual keyboard is designed to adapt to various screen sizes:
Desktop: You will see the full keyboard layout with all keys and labels. If your computer or laptop's physical keyboard isn't working, you can search for "Cantonese Keyboard Online by Dozro" or “廣東話快速倉頡鍵盤線上” using a search engine and use it to type with your mouse or touch.
Tablet: The layout will adjust slightly, and some English labels on Traditional Chinese keys might be hidden to save space.
Mobile: The layout becomes more compact, and some less-used keys (like Tab, Ctrl, Alt) are hidden to optimize for touch input. The action row and cursor row are also rearranged for better usability on smaller screens.
We hope this guide helps you make the most of your Cantonese Quick (Traditional Chinese)/English Virtual Keyboard!
How to Bookmark/Save This Keyboard
On Desktop:
Click the star icon in the browser address bar. To add a shortcut, click the three dots in the top-right corner (⋮), go to "Cast, Save, and Share," and select "Create shortcut." You can add the keyboard to the bottom taskbar as well.
On Mobile:
Tap the three dots (⋮) in the top-right corner and select "Add to Bookmarks." To add the keyboard to your Home Screen, choose "Add to Home Screen" from the same menu.
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