keymanapp / keymanapp/keyman

feat(android): Add arrow keys to the keyboard

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android/ android/engine/ feat requires-design-work
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Description

I support a user that would really like to have left and right arrow keys on the Android keyboard so that you can move the cursor left or right in the text. I believe Gboard keyboards allow this.

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Research direction

Start by locating the Android keyboard implementation and how keyboard actions move the cursor. Add left and right arrow keys that move the cursor in text, then verify the behavior on Android; the issue does not name specific files or tests.

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Assessment

Tech stack
android
Domain
mobile
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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