Trouble with Unikey: Unable to Type Vietnamese?

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A friend recommended Unikey for typing Vietnamese on my computer after I bought a new one. However, even after installing Unikey, I still can't type Vietnamese. Why is that? Can Mytour help me fix this issue?

Response

Hi Viet, Mytour appreciates your question and here's our response to help you resolve the issue of Unikey not typing Vietnamese.

How to Fix Unikey Installation Issue: Unable to Type Vietnamese?

*Cause 1: You haven't activated Unikey, turn on Unikey on your computer

Usually, even after installing Unikey on your computer, if you don't turn it on and activate it, you still won't be able to type Vietnamese. To turn on Unikey on Windows, follow these steps:

- On Windows 7 and Windows 10: press Start Menu > type Unikey and access the search results.

On Windows 8 and 8.1: Press Windows + S > type Unikey and access the search results. Alternatively, quickly access the shortcut directly on the desktop.

For detailed instructions, you, Viet, can refer to the troubleshooting guide for fixing Unikey unable to type Vietnamese shared by Mytour.

* Cause 2: You haven't enabled Vietnamese typing mode in Unikey

Even if you have enabled Unikey on your computer, you still can't type Vietnamese because you haven't activated Vietnamese typing mode in Unikey, in other words, you haven't used the shortcut keys to toggle Vietnamese typing mode in Unikey.

Typically, to enable/disable typing Vietnamese on Unikey, users must access Unikey settings and switch the typing mode from English to Vietnamese. However, the software also provides Unikey shortcut keys that allow users to toggle typing Vietnamese on Unikey using keyboard shortcuts.

After switching to Vietnamese, you can type Vietnamese using Unikey.

So to enable Vietnamese typing mode in Unikey, you need two common keyboard shortcuts: Ctrl + Shift and Alt + Z. By default, these are the two keyboard shortcuts that switch between English and Vietnamese typing modes in Unikey. Depending on your preference, readers can choose the Unikey shortcut keys that they are most familiar with. And remember to always enable Unikey at startup in order to immediately activate Unikey.

One of the common issues that Windows users often encounter is font errors in Word and Excel, however, in reality, font errors in Word or Excel can be quickly resolved using Unikey through the software's encoding conversion. This is a small tip that you, Viet, and many other users should know.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why can't I type Vietnamese even after installing Unikey on my computer?

The most common reason for not being able to type Vietnamese after installing Unikey is that you haven't activated the software. Make sure to open Unikey on your computer and enable it to start typing in Vietnamese.

What steps should I take to enable Vietnamese typing mode in Unikey?

To enable Vietnamese typing mode in Unikey, you need to access the Unikey settings and switch the typing mode from English to Vietnamese. You can also use the shortcut keys Ctrl + Shift or Alt + Z to toggle between typing modes easily.

How can I ensure Unikey starts automatically when I turn on my computer?

To ensure Unikey activates automatically at startup, you need to set it to launch when your computer starts. This can be done through the settings in Unikey, allowing you to immediately type Vietnamese as soon as your computer boots up.

Is there a way to fix font errors in Word and Excel using Unikey?

Yes, Unikey can help resolve font errors in Word and Excel. You can utilize its encoding conversion feature to quickly fix these font-related issues, ensuring that your documents display correctly.

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