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Everything you need to know about TextSwitcher: how it works, what it supports, and how to keep your typing private.
What is TextSwitcher?
TextSwitcher is a small macOS utility that automatically fixes words typed with the wrong keyboard layout. If you start typing in English QWERTY while your Mac is set to Russian ЙЦУКЕН (or the other way around), TextSwitcher detects the mistake and replaces the word with the correct one as soon as you press space, punctuation, or Enter.
Which keyboard layouts does TextSwitcher support?
The current release supports English QWERTY and Russian ЙЦУКЕН in both directions. Future updates may add more layouts based on user feedback.
Does TextSwitcher work in Google Chrome?
Yes. Starting with version 1.1.1, TextSwitcher also corrects text inside Google Chrome, including web forms, search boxes, and online documents. Earlier versions worked only in selected native Mac apps.
Do I need to press a shortcut or manually switch languages?
No. TextSwitcher is fully automatic. It watches what you type, recognizes when a word was produced by the wrong layout, and corrects it on the fly. You can keep typing naturally.
Is TextSwitcher free?
Yes, the app is free to download and use. If you find it useful, you can support development with a one-time donation via the 'Buy me a coffee' section on the homepage.
What are the system requirements?
TextSwitcher requires macOS 14 or later. It is built as a native macOS app and is not available for Windows or Linux at this time.
Why does macOS ask for Accessibility permissions?
TextSwitcher needs Accessibility access so it can read the currently typed word and replace it with the corrected text. Without this permission, the app cannot interact with keyboard input in other applications. The permission is used only for layout correction and nothing else.
Does TextSwitcher send my typing anywhere?
No. All processing happens locally on your Mac. Your text is never uploaded to the cloud, stored on external servers, or used to train AI models. See the Privacy Policy for more details.
How do I install TextSwitcher?
Download the DMG from the homepage, open it, and drag TextSwitcher into your Applications folder. Launch the app, grant Accessibility permissions when prompted, and you are ready to go. A step-by-step guide is also available on the Getting Started page.
How do I uninstall TextSwitcher?
Quit TextSwitcher, drag it from Applications to the Trash, and remove it from System Settings > Privacy & Security > Accessibility if it is still listed. No extra cleanup tools are required.
How do I update TextSwitcher?
Download the latest DMG from the homepage and replace the app in your Applications folder. The current stable version is 1.1.1.
Can I try TextSwitcher before installing it?
You can use the online Keyboard Layout Translator to decode individual gibberish strings. For automatic correction while you type, you need to install the Mac app.
Where can I get help if something is not working?
Check the Troubleshooting page first. If the issue persists, use the support options on the homepage or reach out through the contact channel linked there.
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