Google Input Tools

Name: Google Input Tools
Rating: 3.9895968790637193 (5383 reviews)
Author: cloud-input-team

Input Tools lets you type in the language of your choice.

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Google Input Tools - Type in Any Language

"Google Input Tools" is a Chrome extension that lets you type in the language of your choice using virtual keyboards for over 90 languages. It offers full IMEs, direct transliteration for various scripts, and handwriting input for 40 languages. Easily switch between languages with convenient options for Latin IMEs and handwriting. It enhances web typing for users needing multilingual support, although it has some limitations regarding security features.

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Extension stats

By: cloud-input-team

Users: 3,000,000+

-1,000,000

Rating: 3.99

(5,383)

1 new ratings

Version: 11.0.2.2 (Last updated: 2025-03-17)

Creation date: 2019-12-22

Risk:

Permissions:

offscreen
tabs
storage
scripting

Host permissions:

http://*/*
https://*/*

Size: 745.47K

Email: cl*****@google.com

URLs: Privacy policy

Full description: See detailed description

Source: Chrome Web Store

Ranking

# 134 ▼ 27

Other rankings

#6 in Tools ▲ 1

#9 in Learn a new language

#1 in input keyword 64

#2 in tools keyword 82

#5 in typing keyword 55 ▼ 1

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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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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

User-friendly and easy to use
Effective for typing in various languages
Special mention for Bangla input support
Convenient for homework and academic tasks

Cons

Recent changes have made it harder to use for some
Issues with compatibility in specific applications (e.g., Discord, Skype)
Concerns about the accuracy of Cantonese syllable symbols due to recent updates
Request for additional language support (e.g., Santali Ol Chiki)

Most mentioned

Compatibility issues with certain web applications
Recent changes affecting user experience
Need for further language options and improvements

User reviews

It works fine with all the website I have been but the it's not working is the discord channel, which is pretty suck.

Anthony Leung, 2025-03-19

It doesn't work in Microsoft Edge browser.

Shovan Saha, 2025-03-16

雖然微軟輸入法不好用，這個有好到那裡去嗎

maderina lawsone, 2025-03-05

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Google Input Tools requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

Google Input Tools has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details

High This extension was recently updated in the past month. New updates may not be stable or safe.
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