JsCIN: JavaScript based Chinese Input Methods

Chinese Input Methods (XCIN/GCIN compatible) for Google ChromeOS™

What is JsCIN: JavaScript based Chinese Input Methods?

JsCIN: JavaScript based Chinese Input Methods is an Input Method Environment designed for Chromebooks. It supports customized tables compatible with XCIN and GCIN, allowing users to easily type in Chinese. The extension offers features like improved Boshiamy table handling, usage stats, and an easy setup process. Users can load their favorite input methods, making typing in Chinese on ChromeOS simple and efficient.

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Extension stats

By: JsCiN Developers

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Users: 10,000+

Rating: 4.34 (61)

Version: 2.29.0 (Last updated: 2024-10-25)

Creation date: 2013-12-02

Risk impact: High risk impact

Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood

Manifest version: 2

Permissions:

http://*/
https://*/
input
tabs
storage
unlimitedStorage

Size: 643.07K

Email: cr*****@gmail.com

Ranking

# 7664

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#10409 in Tools ▼ 119 #35 in input keyword 31 ▼ 4 #57 in javascript keyword 44 ▼ 2

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Extension summary

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This is an Input Method Environment designed for Chromebooks. It supports loading customized tables which should be compatible with XCIN or GCIN table files (*.xcin and *.gtab).

You can even use the official Boshiamy gtab file.

To install and activate the IME on Chromebooks:

Install the extension
Click the status in right-bottom corner (showing the system time) to popup the system config menu, select "Keyboard", then the gear icon in the right-top corner of the "Input Methods" menu to enter the "Inputs" setting page. (Alternatively, you can also get there by Settings, Device, Keyboards and Inputs, Input settings), and then click "Add input methods".
Type to search for "JSCIN Chinese Input Methods", select and Add
Switch your keyboard to "[ZH] JsCIN Chinese Input Methods" to start typing.
You can use the extension options page to load your favorite input method table.

See https://github.com/google/jscin/blob/main/docs/USER_GUIDE.md if you need help.

What's new since v2.27:

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.

Pros

Helps users on Chrome OS to use WuShuangMi input method
Allows for a functional Chinese input method when other options are not available
Users express gratitude for the extension's existence and functionality

Cons

Multiple critical bugs affecting text input, such as disappearing text when clicking in textboxes
Auto-selection of characters is cumbersome and not user-friendly
Some users find the extension grayed out and non-functional, indicating it may be abandoned
Shift key does not function properly for suggestions, leading to frustration

Most mentioned

Text disappears when clicking in input fields
Issues with selecting suggested characters
Grayed out extension icon indicating possible abandonment
Gratitude for the extension, especially among Chrome OS users

Recent reviews

感謝可以使用擴充工具來使用其他的輸入法，但使用JsCIN時，滑鼠移到可輸入的textbox或是輸入區塊時，原先既有的文字會直接消失不見的這個bug是否能夠修正呢？謝謝

賴建宏, 2024-06-02

未能選用聯想字，一按shift鍵文字列表就消失了希望能幫忙debug

Himura Hikari, 2022-12-17

Please merge the critical bug fix here: https://github.com/google/jscin/issues/21#issuecomment-498492610

Oliver Lee, 2022-09-06

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Extension safety

Risk impact

JsCIN: JavaScript based Chinese Input Methods requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

JsCIN: JavaScript based Chinese Input Methods is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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