# Hacker's Keyboard

> A full 5-row keyboard including arrow and Esc/Ctrl keys, intended for tablets.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.pocketworkstation.pckeyboard](https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.pocketworkstation.pckeyboard)

## Overview

- **ID:** `org.pocketworkstation.pckeyboard`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** Klaus Weidner
- **Category:** PRODUCTIVITY
- **Downloads:** 12,763,244
- **Rating:** 3.94 / 5 (60,507 ratings)
- **Version:** v1.40.7
- **Last updated:** 2018-11-26
- **First published:** 2011-05-19
- **Data as of:** 2025-03-17
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.pocketworkstation.pckeyboard)
- **Website:** [https://github.com/klausw/hackerskeyboard](https://github.com/klausw/hackerskeyboard)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://github.com/klausw/hackerskeyboard/wiki/Privacy-Policy](https://github.com/klausw/hackerskeyboard/wiki/Privacy-Policy)

## Description

"Hacker's Keyboard" is a feature-rich Android keyboard app designed for tablets, offering a full 5-row layout, including essential keys for SSH access, such as Tab, Ctrl, and Esc. Based on the AOSP Gingerbread keyboard, it supports various layouts and languages, making it a versatile tool for users missing traditional key arrangements. Multitouch capabilities enhance usability, while additional plug-in dictionaries and documentation ensure an optimized user experience.

## Review summary

### Pros

- Full functionality with a complete desktop-like keyboard layout
- No ads or invasive data collection
- Good for coding with suggested punctuations and arrow keys
- Customizable layout and language support
- Private with minimal permissions required

### Cons

- Dictionary and autocorrect features are not functioning properly on newer Android versions
- Space bar and enter key sizing issues leading to typos
- Requires separate downloads for additional features like the dictionary
- Inconsistent responsiveness and detection of key presses on some devices
- No built-in emoji support which limits functionality for some users

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.pocketworkstation.pckeyboard)