# KimMinKyum Keyboard for Korean

> 12Key Korean Keyboard in Conformity to Neumeric Keyboard Hanja, Emoji, Emoticon

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.text.android.simplecode\_kr](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.text.android.simplecode_kr)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.text.android.simplecode_kr`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** KIM MinKyum
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 795,002
- **Rating:** 4.35 / 5 (6,827 ratings)
- **Version:** v3.90(2026-01-13)
- **Last updated:** 2026-01-13
- **First published:** 2011-02-23
- **Publisher country:** KR
- **Size:** 4.72 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.text.android.simplecode_kr)
- **Website:** [http://www.simplecode.net](http://www.simplecode.net/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/simplecode/home/android/privacy-policy](https://sites.google.com/view/simplecode/home/android/privacy-policy)

## Description

The KimMinKyum Keyboard Chrome extension provides a streamlined and highly efficient 12Key Korean keyboard that conforms to the numeric keypad layout. Designed for simplicity and minimal typing errors, it supports Korean input with unique features including a dedicated Hanja dictionary, a variety of emojis, and multi-line emoticons for expressive messaging.

Users can switch seamlessly between Korean, English, and special characters modes, while enjoying customizable settings such as left/right-handed layouts, keyboard height, skins, touch sounds, and vibration feedback. Additional productivity tools like an integrated calculator and web search further enhance its functionality. Recognized with several awards since 2002, KimMinKyum Keyboard is a trusted solution for both beginners and advanced users seeking an intuitive typing experience compatible with various devices.

## Rankings

- #77,948 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.AUTHENTICATE_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MANAGE_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_USER_DICTIONARY`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_CREDENTIALS`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.WRITE_USER_DICTIONARY`
- `com.text.android.simplecode_kr.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

User reviews consistently praise the keyboard for being easy to use and helpful for Korean learners, with many expressing positive sentiment and love for the app. The main downsides are a notable learning curve for beginners and a lack of onboarding instructions, plus occasional issues with typing certain words.

### Pros

- Easy to use and user-friendly
- Great for users without a Korean keyboard as it enables Korean typing
- Helpful for Korean learners and practicing the language
- Overall positive user sentiment and frequent praise (best keyboard / love it)

### Cons

- Difficult to learn for beginners and lacks intuitive guidance
- Lack of onboarding or clear instructions for first-time use
- Occasional typing gaps where some words cannot be typed

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.text.android.simplecode_kr)