Gboard is one of the best Android keyboard apps out there, but like any application, it runs into errors from time to time.
For example, at times, Gboard will stop itself while you're using it. Eventually, it might keep stopping itself to the point where you can't use its keyboard at all.
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This error could be due to a variety of causes, but fortunately, there are a few things you can try to get your Android's Gboard back in working order.
Keep reading to brush up on Gboard Troubleshooting 101.
1. Open your Android device's Settings app and tap on "General" or "General management."
2. Select "Language and input," and then "Default keyboard."
Open the "Default keyboard" menu.Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider
3. In the pop-up that opens, select Gboard.
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Clear Gboard's cache
Clearing Gboard's cache can remove any data or files that might be causing problems with the app's functioning. Try clearing the cache and data from Gboard and see if the problem persists. [IMAGE 2]
1. Open the Settings app and tap "Storage."
2. Select "Internal Storage."
3. Tap "Cached data."
You can also tap "Apps" to see your apps individually.Michelle Greenlee/Business Insider
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4. You'll be asked if you want to clear the cache for all your apps — press "OK."
Make sure that both Gboard and your Android device are updated
Check to see if your device or the Gboard app have any pending updates. If so, installing those updates might patch any potential bugs in Gboard's code.
1. Open the Google Play Store and tap the three lines in the upper-left corner, and then select "My apps & games."
2. Under the "Updates" tab, you'll see a list of all your apps that are waiting to be updated. Tap "Update" next to Gboard if it's on the list. If it's not there, it's already been updated.
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